If you read my Saturday Sayings last week, you'll recognize this quote. (Find it here.) Reusing quotes for these Saturday posts isn't something I typically do, but in light of recent events I can't seem to get away from this one.
On a daily basis my kids will hear me say, "Listen to your heart. Would your heart tell you to ______?" Yesterday one of the mothers of my students sincerely thanked me for this. She told me that her son talks about this daily too. After the shooting incident, he said, "That man didn't listen to his heart." What a special moment that was for me to know that this mantra of mine is making sense to this little one and is becoming his mantra as well. I can picture him in 30 years repeating Miss McMorrow's words to his own children. If I can leave a legacy with my students, that's the one I want it to be.
(This hangs on the wall of my classroom.)
That is so sweet that your student said that! You are definitely making a difference in your students' lives. :)
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Conversations in Literacy
Lori, sometimes I wonder if I am, and then moments like these give me hope.
DeleteWhat a wonderful sentiment ... just so heartfelt and beautiful ... truly the spirit of the season!
ReplyDeleteSavor that special moment of reflection. Out of the mouths of babes ...
Thanks for sharing. Barbara
Barbara, I'm definitely savoring it. It reminds me that the many times I seem to say the same thing over and over are worth it.
DeleteThat's very cool, Tammy! I'm glad you shared that little story.
ReplyDeleteThank you Barbara. I thought it was cool too.
DeleteThat is so sweet. It is so important that we teach them to listen to their hearts. Some kiddos don't learn that at home.
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Rachel
A-B-Seymour
Rachel, thank you. You're so very right. Some kids come to us not knowing how to listen to their hearts. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas too.
DeleteWow! What effective and strong words and to know that you are instilling this message into your students so they can spread it is lovely. A most important and heartfelt legacy to leave...
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Lisa, thank you for coming by and leaving such a thoughtful comment.
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