Well I just got back from preschool graduation. I have completed my last day of work as a preschool teacher. I have to say, it was bittersweet. In one way, I'm so excited to be able to have my summer off, sleep in, get things done around the house, and most importantly be able to stay at home and spend time with my precious little girl when she arrives. On the other hand though, I have loved every minute of my time at Cross Keys teaching these little ones. It's such a great feeling when a child finally learns how to write her name and you know that you have taught them that skill. It is truly amazing how attached I have gotten to these kiddos over the past two years as I have seen them grow from little babies not even knowing how to walk in a straight line to students ready for kindergarten knowing how to count, recognize colors, write letters, spell the alphabet in sign language, spell their name in sign language, interact in a positive way with other children, recite their phone number, cut with scissors, color in the lines, follow multi-step directions, and many many other skills. It's these things along with the hugs and "I love yous" that make all of the planning, cutting out countless pieces for projects, tears, pee pee and poo poo accidents all worth it.
I think it's the little milestones that have meant the most. We had a little guy that had a meltdown every time it was bathroom time. By about mid-year he was able to enter the bathroom and wash his hands only without crying. A few weeks ago he finally started going to the bathroom and wash his hands without being scared and crying. Trust me, it was a day to celebrate for the teachers.
Most importantly though, it has been a blessing teaching these boys and girls the basics of the Bible and who Jesus is. Many of these children don't live in Christian homes and are hearing these Bible stories for the first time. To see the excitement on their faces when we shared the Christmas or Easter story and then hear about how they went home and told mom and dad about it too, it just warms my heart. I thank God for using me as one of His servants to share the gospel with these children and it is my prayer that these small seeds planted will be watered by other people down the path of life and eventually these children and their families will come to know Jesus as their Lord as Savior.
Thank you Lord for letting me be a part of your work with these children. I will miss it, but look forward to how you will use me in the future.
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