"The Lord bestows favor and honor. No good thing does he withhold from those who walk uprightly." Psalm 84:11
Today, oh today, not my favorite day- To start with at least. I was trying to be a big girl and march on through my daily routine even after being diagnosed with walking pneumonia, upper respiratory infection, and bronchitis. Well to say the least, I didn't make it. 2 hours after getting to the school, I was told to go home, and home is exactly where I went. Definitely blessed to have administrators who look out for not only the health of the students, but also the health of their teachers. I left my children in the hands of a co-worker that I trust so much. She continued the days routine: Daily Review, Unit Test, Present and turn in projects. Before I left for the day, one of my administrators told me she was going to have to kids write essays to turn in with some paper work I have due on Monday.
This afternoon, Dr. Mom drove me back to the school to pick up everything so that I would not get behind on grading papers. I also picked up these essays. On the way back, I started reading some of the essays out loud, and tears filled my eyes. Here is just a taste of the beautiful essays that were written:
"Miss Easterling is a great teacher because she makes things fun, listens to us, helps us, and helps solve problems. She loves and cares for us. She has a passion and desire to teach ,and if we don't understand a topic, she will not give up on us."
"Miss Easterling always looks to the positive side of everything. I remember one time, she did a cartwheel in class in celebration of a successful assignment. It was hilarious."
"She cares about us and wants us to succeed."
"Thank you for being there for me when I need you. I love you so much Miss E-Dawg!"
I could write so much more about the sweet things that my students wrote. I know I say all the time on FB or in a blog that I have truly been blessed with wonderful students, but today proved it more than ever to me. God bestows good things. Good things like reminders that we are exactly where we are supposed to be.
I have to choose 3 of these beautiful essays to be sent off with paperwork. Paperwork for being nominated Moselle's Teacher of the Year. Blessing after blessing. I do not know how I'll just pick 3. They are all written so beautifully, with a sincere heart. "For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children."
Reading these essays brightened my day by showing me how beautiful a child's heart can be. I wish we had hearts that reflected these children. Hearts that see only the positives in people. I pray I can lead by my students examples and find the good in everyone. This afternoon I have been even more thankful for the good things that come from our Lord. I hope these children know they inspire me everyday to be a better person.
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