Jennifer,

One of the best parts of being a teacher is the fact that I am reminded so often of the incredible impact we make on each other.  Admittedly, my students are probably more easily influenced than adults, but I have students that have returned to influence me as well.  They keep me from being jaded and are a constant reminder of my perpetual responsibility to do good in the world and help others become the greatness they are destined to be.

I am 100% sure that it is the small things that matter, the items on our list that are so easily overlooked that have made all the difference.  And it is these behaviors that I return to again and again as I navigate my own life and my community.  Thank you for this important post.

Deb