I am feeling really mushy inside right now. Yesterday, after looking at my pay check from a two week work cycle, I had to remind myself, why I chose to dedicate my life to Children. I was a little sad, but I remembered all of the wondeful experiences I had with my children all that day(Friday). We painted, made homade applesauce, apple patterns and read stories about apples. It was a great day; although I had to chase a runaway three year old half way down the hall( that's why I wear comfortable tennis shoes). After reading on so many great contributors, of the Early childhood field, I realized how important it is, to choose a career that speaks from your heart, and not always to your pockets. I have to learn to be greatful and content that our needs( family) are being met.
The quote by Marian Wright Edelman says it best" Never work just for money or for power. They won't save your soul or help you sleep at night". Now that sums it all Up!! I also found another great quote from Marian Wright Edelman" You really can change the world if you care enough". It really is about caring and desiring to make a difference in the lives of others. Changing the world stated by Marian, remindes of a statement quoted by Louise Derman-Sparks on the Passion video:" I had a Real Passion to make a contribution in the world and fix all of the problems in the world".My mother has told me on many occassions, that I can't change the world. I've always had this strong desire to change circumstances in others lives, so that they can have a better outcome. That character trait,can sometimes be irritating to my family. The last quote I'd like to mention, is one spoken by Samuel Meisels" The highest stake of all is our ability to help our children realize their full potential". Our children are an Investment!
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