I have fallen in love....once again.....

It has been a marvelous week. My first week in school. Due to the miscommunication, I was arranged to observe teachers in the classroom. It was interesting as I finally get to see how the classrooms of today are like. I am lucky to be able to observe classes of the HA, MA and LA. It really struck me to see the differences. HA children are so motivated and competitive that some of them can really become quite elitist. At the other end of the spectrum, there are children who do not find interest in life at all. For some reason, there is no spark in their eyes. But I believe that within each of them, there is simply potential to be unleashed. It is just a matter of time before their find their meaning in life. Meanwhile, I just hope that they are able to get through the education system so as not to be limited in their choices in future.

Everyday, I wake up early to go to school. Although it is a little tiring, I enjoy the time in school. I am greeted by smiles from the children and one can really feel their excitement to be in school. It is such a lovely feeling despite the physical demands. It was less than a week. I have fallen in love with this class which I have been sitting in. They are a class of average students. Not the very bright ones, but not the very slow ones either. There are the noisy ones, and there are the quiet ones. There are some who lack confidence, there are some who seem to have secrets hidden within themselves and merely waiting to be discovered.

I rejoice in the fact that I am able to share these moments with them. I am blessed for the fact that very soon, I can play a more significant role in other children's lives. Now, I cherish the time that I have with them and I hope that they also have as much fun as I have.

Dear Lord

The only words of gratitude that I can have now are the words of 'Thank you'. The feelings of joy and happiness are simply beyond words. The sparkle in their eyes and in my heart simply resonates through my actions and every breath that I take. I pray and hope that I will be able to bring joy and benefits to the children.

In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, Amen.