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A Model of Good Works

Ideal instructor, shows integrity, impact in instruction.

5/2/2022

* Deuteronomy 32:2  
May my teaching drop as the rain, my speech distill as the dew, like gentle rain upon the tender grass, and like showers upon the herb.

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National Teacher Day is observed on the first Tuesday of the first full week of May (May 3) and we’re more than ready to show our appreciation to those who have taught us. Everyone has had that favorite teacher that has helped inspire them. This day meant to honor them was actually made by a teacher. None other than First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt herself. Eleanor Roosevelt was more than Franklin D. Roosevelt’s wife, she has a history of civic duty and was an advocate for fellow teachers. Her love for education began at a young age when she was privately tutored and encouraged by her aunt Anna “Barnie” Roosevelt. No matter how high she rose on the social ladder, she never forgot where she came from.
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Zahid Avatar
May 23, 2022 at 9:02 AM
That's a good Monoku Eve. A Teachera Is the torch that enlightens students future
Kendrick Avatar
May 20, 2022 at 4:24 PM
I agree with your one liner. Children need so much more than they are getting in the school today. The home and school is where morals, values, and self-discipline is taught and learned. Good luck in the contest. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara
Wolf Avatar
May 12, 2022 at 5:40 PM
Gosh. Deuteronomy 32:2 is one of my favorite Biblical verses. So tender, yet mighty at the same time... God being the greatest instructor, of course. Here's to teachers! :) gw
Carmack Avatar
May 10, 2022 at 10:53 AM
I still remember some of my teachers from all grade levels. Shows the impact they can have.
Dietrich Avatar
May 9, 2022 at 6:05 PM
you sure showed your love of teachers here and what it entails to be a worthy one. GReat job.
Roper Avatar
May 9, 2022 at 8:37 PM
thank you
Buehler Avatar
May 3, 2022 at 8:56 PM
Eve, this beautiful monoku resonates with so many. It is also informative, interesting and inspiring. Blessings, Evelyn
Roper Avatar
May 9, 2022 at 8:38 PM
Thank you
Poet Avatar
May 3, 2022 at 6:21 PM
Eve, you've created an absolutely lovely Monoku. The plan was well conceived out and conveyed flawlessly. Blessings dear friend
Baker Avatar
May 3, 2022 at 2:07 PM
Nice Monoku, Eve. Here here! for all teachers. Thanks for the poem and info. Smiles ~ Blessings, Bill
Krutsinger Avatar
May 3, 2022 at 1:25 PM
Well thought out, brilliantly executed Eve.
Leffanta Avatar
May 3, 2022 at 11:37 AM
My grandmother taught grades 1-12 in a one-room schoolhouse when children attended school only when they were not needed for chores at home. Members of Congress still believe education is not that important! Aloha!
Roper Avatar
May 3, 2022 at 12:40 PM
So awesome for your grandmother, honor to her. Unfair, school is so important for our youth.
Buhagiar Avatar
May 3, 2022 at 6:36 AM
Strange I never had a favorite teacher, but I appreciated them all.
Rose  Avatar
May 3, 2022 at 4:17 AM
She was an amazing inspiring lady for sure Eve, there are many teacher on this earth, aiming to inspire and teach through their God given talent. I for one am glad that they exist. Really enjoyed your poem today Eve, have a precious day filled with God's inspiration, and Ropers guidance xo
May Avatar
May 2, 2022 at 8:07 PM
Wonderful tribute and historic perspective Eve, Hapy teachers day to teachers everywhere..
Rodrigues Avatar
May 2, 2022 at 7:48 PM
Great alliteration and impact! Lovely tribute to teachers!
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