18 Reasons

Day 6
I am thankful for my students. Lately I've been making them write about their emotions (which they abhor) but it's been fun for me to get an insight into their lives. A few days ago we wrote about love, and I explained that there are many different kinds of love. As an example, I told them that I love them. They got all weirded out, but I think (I hope) they got the message. Over the past 3 months I have learned 18 new ways to love. Each of my 18 students holds a special place in my heart. I work so hard to make things good for them. I fight for them everyday. I love them like a mamma duck loves her ducklings. I may quack at them from time to time, but when it comes down to it, I'll do everything in my power to protect them and watch over them.
I love my job. I love my students. I love every day that I get to spend with them, even the days that drain me physically and emotionally. Those students are the reason I get up and go every morning. They are constantly on my mind. I am one lucky teacher!