Today was a classic example of a long day. Not only did I not get to bed early last night after a long weekend away, but I substituted all day today. For a class that is considered to be “difficult.” They are not bad kids. They are loud though. And a little ornery. But me, I’m out of practice. And let’s face it, I’m just plain out of shape. And the DJ on the radio kept pointing out that today is the day we are most likely to get into an auto accident, the day following the Spring time change. It’s just exhausting. The time change is hard for me going either way. But this Spring change can be brutal. To add insult to injury, the class I was subbing in was going on a field trip today! Yikes! It was long. And difficult. You know, I did not have a relationship established with this class. And that is the key to good behaviors. Relationship. This is somehow more profound than just about subbing, or just about kids. The key to fluidity and flexibility is relationship. Enough said. Amen.
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Hats off to all brave souls who substitute! I liked what you said about relationships--so true. I didn't know that about car accidents and Spring forward, but spring forward is always rough! I hope tomorrow goes better.
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine subbing and on a trip! I dislike the anxiety of trips as it is! Brava to you. I hope you have a well deserved evening after that.
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