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I am beaming, because today warmed my heart in ways I did not know it needed warming. I bought a small gift for the school where I had worked off and on for several years before I retired last April. It is a book written by one of my favorite counselors. Mavis Karn. Her message was life changing for me at that time, as well as for my dad. When I discovered that she had written this gem of a book, “It’s That Simple. A User’s Manual For Human Beings,” I bought it, read it and bought more to share! I knew it needed to be in the hands of my educational family! Honestly if I could buy a copy of it for every person at this school, I would! Yes, it is that good!
After I gave the book to one of the administrators, to read first, I was given permission to spend some time with the kids. I loved every minute that I was there. My first and last hug were probably the longest. Though all of them were amazing. I spent time talking to staff and students. I learned about some of the electives the kids are loving! I learned that a couple of the kids knew one of my former students through their job. I told them to say hello. We had to take a selfie to send to him, SHHH don’t tell staff I let that happen! I learned that some kids are not exactly staying out of the drama. So, we had a little chat about that, because where is that going to take them in life?
I am grateful that I had enough time to really focus on kids and staff! I had time to pass out hugs because the last time I stopped, the kids and some staff members came running out of their classrooms to give me hugs and get hugs from me. This school was my absolute favorite school to work in. I am so very grateful that I retired from there.
Today, I was there for the end of their first lunch and stayed until just after their 3rd lunch started! It wasn’t my idea to go over lunch, but I loved it when I heard this brilliant idea, the last time I had stopped in to give staff a pick me up treat, a month or so ago.
I love this staff. I love these kids. I love the wonderful things they are doing together! Is it hard to do, yes, I can see it on the faces of staff. Are they making a difference, yes they are, I could feel it in the hallways, I could feel it in the lunchroom, I could feel it in the classrooms. WOW, keep doing what you are doing, because you are making a huge difference in these kids lives and their futures. You have created an outstanding positive community and it shows!
I loved hearing from the kids about their favorite class or newest accomplishments! A few kids are starting post secondary. One class is taking kids to Oxbow Park every Monday. They are up close and personal feeding the animals. One student told me that Elk are prey animals. She has to be really calm and quiet for them to come up to her, because humans are predators. She was very excited to tell me that she was able to get within 2 feet of one of the Elk that is usually the first to bolt away! Another student told me that her favorite class is Animal Studies. They are learning about the bodily functions of dogs. Another told me she loves my daughter’s classes. Health and Mindfulness! Another loves Spanish and most, or should I say, all of them love the Art elective! Oh, I almost forgot, another new elective is Music Studies. Not all of the kids have had that one yet, but I bet it is one that is well loved, too!
A couple of students I did not expect any love from, were genuinely happy to see me. When I said I would be back in January to say hello again, they were glad to hear that. I was pleasantly surprised. I am not the same person I was when I retired. I am healthier and happier. I think the kids understand and can feel that, too! I can go visit them but not be there to teach them everyday! I can love them, listen to them and fill them up with good memories full of joy!
One student who loves my daughter, called me her grandma. Yes, I am like a grandma or maybe I am their fairy godmother, because I can visit, let them break a minor rule here and there, give and receive love and go home! I can help them feel love and joy. I can listen to the good, maybe the bad, too! I can impart wisdom and let them know that I do love them and want them to be the best that they can be today, so that tomorrow is better, yet!
Am I spreading Magical Fairy Dust? It sure feels like it!
I know that I missed some hugs from staff and students who were not there or who I didn’t have time to visit. That does not mean I didn’t care about them. Next time I stop in, I will make sure to say hello, I promise! No, I am not going back to work….but if I can spread Magical Fairy Dust, give joy and love for a moment, to kids and staff, I will keep stopping by to do just that!
My heart is full. It was a magical day!
What can you do today to fill up your heart?
Who is the one person from your childhood school days that you would like to receive a hug from today?
How do you spread fairy dust, joy and love to others?
I would like to give a shout out to my friend, mentor and fellow Medium writer. Debbra Lupien, Voice of the Akashic Records . She is amazing. I encourage you to check out her page, her books and her YouTube channel. In fact, now that I am thinking about it, during one of her free readings, I asked her if I should go back to work at the school this past fall. The answer she channeled, was a strong no. I could visit, but do not go back to work there. It is time to pursue what brings you joy! She was absolutely correct!
Manifest a magical day!
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