Quote:
Originally posted by Lynn Luckett:
Sorors,
I just finished grading a journal assignment that my classes had to do on yesterday. The topic was "When I look in the mirror I see...." Right now I am so filled with emotions. One girl wrote,"When I look in the mirror I see a black, fat, ugly person that no one loves." Another wrote, "I see a person that her own father lives down the street, but won't have anything to do with her." One of my guys wrote,"I see a scared boy who has to act like a man because he has to take care of his sisters and brothers because his mother is on crack." Another wrote," I see a girl who is five months pregnant and scared to death." (she is only 13 and the father is 15) The last entry was written by a female,"I see a girl whose mother is on crack and perform favors for boys for $5.00.
My heart aching so badly. I wonder am I making a difference in these children's lives. I feel depression rearing its ugly head. I wish that I can make their pain go away.]
|
Hello Lynn:
I think the assignment that you gave your students was a wonderful one. I am in the process of applying for a teaching position, and it's inspiring to see some of the teachers really doing great things with their kids. Getting them to really think about themselves and their self-images is a great idea.
My heart goes out to you...some of those responses nearly broke my heart.
Keep keeping on though with your kids...you are making a difference. I have just learned that just because you don't see the results of your efforts immediately, that doesn't mean change and growth isn't taking place!!!
Wishing you the best..
B.N.
------------------
"I thought making a record and receiving some form of public affirmation would bring me the love I desired in my life, only to find that what I wanted no one could give, and what I searched for lived in my heart waiting to be discovered."
-Me'shell Ndegeocello