I was not sure I had a poem today. It is a bit hectic with parent-teacher interviews, but this morning I had an email waiting and saw a path. I am not sure about the title, but here goes.
The last few days I have watched a friend struggle with being involved in something she is very passionate about. As I watch, I see her struggling. Her contributions are simply expected and thus unappreciated. Often, I think, we feel this way and believe we are alone in our struggles. Me experience points to another truth. We need to look up and across, open our minds and hearts and discover there are others who we can lean on.
Stranded–
Alone on an iceberg
Look around;
Look up;
Open your eyes–
Recognize others with you
Share stories–
Pearls of wisdom
In those oyster shells–
Found in deepest waters.
Experiences fully lived–
Reflect on them
Open heroic hearts;
Extend welcoming arms;
Proffer capable hands;
Share construction–
Bridge open water,
Calm perilous seas–
You are not alone
Others await your company.
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Teacher as Transformer 