I began 21 years ago as a preschool teacher. I had no intention of ever becoming a director or even an owner of a center. Yet, here I am! There are times that I miss being with the kids, I tell my friends and co-workers that I didn’t sign up 21 years ago to be stuck in an office all day. I enjoy and miss watching and playing with the kids.
They have the best imaginations! The other day I was outside with the kids just quietly watching. They are so creative and so funny at the same time. I recently put a kitchen outside. They have turned this kitchen area in to what I call the “Mud Pie Kitchen”. I watched as they went from the kitchen area all the way over to the sand area (which is pretty far) and back to make their “cookies”. They made me chocolate chip cookies on trays! Yummy I told them, my favorite! Then as I sat back and ate my “cookies” I watched another group of children attach a milk crate with wheels to the back of a tricycle. They would take turns riding the bike with the “trailer”, they would find things along their journey to put in the trailer, it was just so funny to watch.
As I left the playground I told myself, the next time I am having a not so good day, just go watch the kids. They always put my mind at ease!
I couldn’t agree more! Whenever I get stuck in my “zone” and I actually stop to look at the kids to see what they are doing and watch their play – I am never disappointed. I am very fortunate to be in a position to “play” along side with children every day and enjoy those special moments where they are exploring their environment and I get a sneak peak into their world
Nothing compares!!
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That is what makes French Valley such wonderful, nurturing environment. It is the staff and you who bring energy and light into the childrens day. I’m grateful everyday that my son has such a place to go to!
Thank you!
Thank you for the encouraging words!