November 26, 2008

• Giving Thanks

  As many people do, I like to sit down every Thanksgiving and reflect upon those things in life for which I am thankful.  The list remains more or less the same, but because each year brings with it new challenges and situations, here is mine for 2008. 

  I am thankful for:

  *Family members who love and support me despite my being thousands of miles away.

  *Friends who are always there for me, no matter where I might be in the world.

  *Kate's emails.

  *A unique job experience that has, little by little, allowed me to grow both personally and professionally.

  *The way I have been so openly embraced by my French colleagues.

  *Recognition (from other teachers, the administration and parents) for how hard I work.

  *The love, openness and spontaneity of the children in my classes.

  *The opportunity to learn Dutch and to discover a new language and culture.

  *The luxury of European travel.

  *Knowing the completeness of true love.

  *Living with the most understanding, creative, playful, intelligent and affectionate person I've ever known.

  What are you thankful for?

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