April 24, THE DAY OF A TEACHER

Well, I hope no one minds me setting it straight in this poem-but it's that time of year, and I just needed to reflect on my feelings.  This poem of course is just my thoughts for the day and needs reworking..but you get the idea.

THE DAY OF A TEACHER... 

I gave myself a present today

wrapping up all the things

I didn’t say,

didn’t do,

didn’t think about,

like

the scowls I wanted to make when I was mad,

or the words I wanted to say, when I was displeased,

or the hand motions I wanted to make when I wanted everyone to go away!

No,

I retained control,

complemented instead of criticizing,
smiled instead of frowning.

I created a centered place

where I kept those things

hidden.

I wonder which side of me God will judge?

Will he consider how I showed strength of character?

Or patient persistence?

Or maintained my composure when it was least expected?

He was the greatest teacher of all,

perfect

as I am not.

So, I put these things away

knowing I did my best

I gave my all,

knowing that I too

will receive His gift

and willingly give him mine.