This week’s celebration is all about trust.
It’s Saturday and that means it is time to reflect on the week and celebrate things both big and small. Join our community and celebrate this week by linking up or just stopping by the host Ruth Ayres’ blog to read others’ celebrations.
Patience
This week I am celebrating the fact that I am able to have patience. It is so crucial when dealing with children who have emotional health issues and are needy. I am so glad that I am able to grab hold of my temper and keep it in check.
Relationships and Apologies
This week, one of my students brought me a small care package. He wrote an apology note and was asking forgiveness for having destroyed part of the classroom. What was amazing was this student’s thoughtfulness. His apology gift included small stuffed animals, a number of sharpened pencils to replace the ones he broke, and a handful of cough drops because he knew I had been sick. I was so touched by his thoughtfulness.
I am thankful for the heartfelt apologies that I get from all of my needy students. I love being able to give them hugs and to remind them that they are loved even though they have made mistakes in their behavior.
I am also celebrating a new connection made this week with the mother of one of my more challenging students. I think that this family connection will help the student to do better with self-control.
What do you have to celebrate this week? I would love to hear from you in the comments!
Great celebrations. I love the thoughtfulness of the writing. Hugs to you and your kids.