I have been bothered lately by the changes that have taken place in my life over the last 2 years or so.
Don't get me wrong. I am a Christian, and as one, I firmly believe that the Lord leads and directs the lives of His children where he wants them to go...
So why am I bothered by where I am now. Well, its certainly not b/c of where I've landed. I have a great job, great friends and a growing sphere of influence.
Its more that I've been pining for the past lately. For the past three years of my life I have been a teacher. High School Bible. I don't miss the job, just the kids. The good ones, the bad ones, the unlovable ones. I miss the relationships that were so strong, and now are near non-existant.
Its not that I think my students have forgotten about me. If I made a difference in their lives, they will never forget about me. I can remember about every teacher I had, from Mrs. Olsen, my Kindegarden teacher, to Dr. Coley, my Master's of Education teacher. They all had an impact either positive or negative.
What I miss is being in the lives of my kids to help them go thourgh the tough times and to share in the good times. I miss being a hero, a friend, a role model.
I miss Whitney, Eddie, Mary, Jaimi, Ethan, Matt, and Dawn. I miss Joey, Brandon, Brittany, and Chealsea. What's weird is that I know they would have graduated anyway. Its not like they would have been there forever. For what its worth, I'm dreading (in a small way) my own children growing up and leaving the nest.
Maybe its needing to be needed. But then I come to my senses and realize that God has me here for a reason, and where I am is only temporary (I think.) The great apostle Paul met some people on his travels only once, and he would only write to them a handful of times. God moved him on. I'm greatful for Mrs. Tracy who used him as an example for my life. I changed schools b/c God wanted me in a different place. I'm in a different place altogether because God wants me here now.
But still...I hope that I'm not forgotten...
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Mr Morse; Not Only were you the BEST teacher I have ever had, but you are also one of the most caring,loving people I know. You are the teacher that I will remember when I am older and look back on school. Even though I only had you for about a year, you taught me a lot. You were not one of those teachers that didnt just let your students learn and get out, you got to know us, each personally, you befriended us. I'm sure I speak for a lot of people when I say no one will forget you. Out of all the grades K-12 and also my first year of college, you are still my favorite teacher!
Kara
Speaking for the 6 of '06 here...We will never forget you cause you impacted our lives individually and as a group. We have great memories of you that we still share when we are all together. I think of you often and wonder how life is going. We will always remember: softball season, skipping class to build the pitching mound, watching veggie tales, all the "your momma" jokes, and the many times you gave us advice when we found ourselves in hopeless situations. We remember you because you left an imprint on our lives and on our hearts...don't ever forget that! :) miss u
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