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.
Copyright © Caren Krutsinger | Year Posted 2021
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