Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Writing REWARDS not AWARDS

The highest reward for a person's toil is not what they get for it, but what they become by it.
~John Ruskin

This is especially true with writing. I just submitted a 2,000 word personal narrative to Voices of Alzheimers, LaChance Publishing. My intent of course was publication, but the end result isn't as important now. In writing this piece, I relived a heart wrenching experience and was able to work through some grief. I have become stronger by having written it.

In teaching preschoolers, although I do toil, I am rewarded with satisfaction of witnessing their growth, and I get at least a laugh a day from a student's quip. Yesterday a five year old boy was inviting others to his house. "If you see a golden retriever that doesn't listen, then you know you're at my house."

11 comments:

Pat Wahler said...

Art Linkletter was right. Kids do say the darndest (and funniest) things!

Good luck with the submission, I'm sure it will do well.

Donna Volkenannt said...

What a great attitude! Love the quote from the five-year old.

BECKY said...

I know exactly what you mean, Linda. Writing is so therapeutic! Good luck with the submission!

Linda O'Connell said...

Pat, Donna and Becky,
Thanks for your responses. One of these days I will write all those cute little quips and send them to a publsiher. The best one was at Thanksgiving when I was teaching about Native Americans and a little girl said, "My daddy is a naked American too."

Tammy said...

You always leave me with a lesson AND a smile...you have a gift! Thanks for giving of it!

Cathy C. Hall said...

Hahahaha! I taught preschool, too. Biggest regret is that I didn't go straight home and write down what those kids said. That, and wearing white pants to work.

Abir said...

In recent days western union foundation is really doing so great as there has an easy way to do your things in the western union thatn others. follow here to check the recent guide and tips about the academic writing.

bridgetaloos said...

It was really a hardwork to teach preschoolers as you have to face so many challenges. Writing in piece is very necessary for the teachers so here i have read excellent points.

Christopher Blevins said...

It absolutely was a legitimate handwork to instruct very young children since you must confront numerous difficulties. Creating inside bit is quite required for the particular http://www.writingabio.com/frequently-asked-questions-about-how-to-write-a-personal-bio/ educators thus the following we have examine outstanding items.

hayat said...

Impressive, on this site we have learnt that the writing is reward for everyone.If you are experts in writing and know how to attract the attention of the reader. then you'll be a good author and writer.

haris said...

Wow this concept is so amazing that now i can relate my achievements through my learning. I truely love this article and want to read more.