I do feel like every single day is a gift. A couple of years ago I lost my best friend. It was sudden, and scary. When things like that happen it makes you think differently. I tell people now, that complain about wrinkles and getting older, that it is gift to grow old. It is a gift to have those wrinkles---and I truly feel that way.
I hope that as we start 2018, we are all able to look back on what we have done and be better at whatever it is we are going to do next.
I hope that we can value each other more, engage with families and children in a way that makes them love school and feel valued and comfortable. I hope we hold our families tighter, and that we learn to love one another, and the differences that we each bring to this world! :)
I love teaching, I am a co-learner with my students. I love being able to share ideas, resources and experiences with them. I love to hear what they are experiencing and how they are making a difference in the world.
I hope that everyone has a wonderful and THANKFUL week! Have fun and enjoy your family and friends! Do something great for someone else. Give back!
DR. Shipley