Today was a hectic day at work. Never a dull moment. I felt useful for a change. Right when I got in, I took someone to the doctor about a potential stress fracture in her right shin. When I got back, I find out that there is a DC water outage because they had to repair some pipes. So, I'm trying to print signs to post, all the while, I have to pee. *sigh* Then its time for dinner. I have my dinner, then a kid comes to me to inquire about arts and crafts. We have arts and crafts. We made valentines. Ok... this is getting lame.
The point of this entry is that I can't imagine being a single parent. I don't know how my mom did it for so many years. I was pulled in so many different directions tonight and though I felt like I made the most of my time and had genuine interactions with various students, I had a feeling of wanting to do so much more. One of my mentees had a particularly rough day. Her jeans were stolen and there have been a series of thefts recently. She had to hang around school until 8 o'clock (she's a commuter) and after I drop her off, she discovers that her wallet was stolen! I can't describe how badly I felt for her. I wanted so much to make it all better and make things right for her. This is an example of the affinity that I develop for kids and I realize that I play a very small role in their lives. I adore some of these children and I know this is only a fraction of what I will feel for my own children. I guess I'm getting some practice... good thing MY kids won't be brats though.
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