Unexpected Joy

Most of my previous experience was with middle schoolers. Seventh and eighth graders; I was terrified of younger students. I had not been around them for years; what would they be like? They would not have the keen sense of humor of a thirteen-year-old. I was fearful of taking the job, it was for third, fourth and fifth graders. I trembled as I faced twenty-two seven and eight-year-olds. They had their hands folded in a praying position on their desk. Their teacher had them say “Good morning Miss Kay.” I nearly burst out laughing; this was totally not what I had expected. They were my friends without knowing me. They instantly began helping me know the rules. They were adorable and brought me boundless joy.