As I am typing my homework at my desk, my drink
coaster stands out to me. The message is loud and clear, “Teachers Plant Seeds
That Grow Forever”.
I got this coaster my
first year of teaching middle school math, specifically, grades 7 and 8. It’s
been over 11 years since I have had this coaster and every time I set up my ‘virtual
office’, I find myself taking this coaster with me because a student gave it to
me during Teacher Appreciation week towards the end of the school. At that
time, I was just happy to get a gift after such a rocky start my first year
(that’s a whole different post). As I have reflected on my life, I realize that
this is true. There were many teachers in my life whether it was from a
professional or personal experience. I have learned that people come into your
life for one of two reasons: (a) A life lesson; or (b) A life blessing.
I am also looking at
my lamp and it does not have such an impact on me like my coaster. The lamp is
just an object to me that helps me see when I am trying to complete my work,
especially homework. I don’t like comparing my items at my desk, but the Spirit
led me to focus on the coaster. I think the beauty of it all is that the lamp
is a symbol for shining bright and let our Light illuminate others. When these
two objects work together, I view them both as a symbol of serving others and
staying true to our purpose. Who would have thought that a lamp and coaster
could speak! Well, their voices were heard tonight and it’s
plain and clear that their advice to me was to serve and stay true to my
purpose. As you read my post, what do these objects speak to you?
Until next time,
Alise
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