“Kindness is like snow – it beautifies everything it covers." ~Kahlil Gibran
Last as I got home from our school concert, I pulled out my tins of Christmas cookies to set up a plate. Searching for the perfect vessel to showcase my creations, I stumbled across the perfect thing, my Haysboro Plate. Two years ago, kindness came to my doorstep during an incredibly challenging time in my life. The parents of my school gathered the students together to bring my family Christmas kindness. The plate is decorated with names and wishes from all of the children and came covered in treats for my family and to share. As teachers we often receive gifts that have meaning and connect us to a group of students – they often hold a special place in our hearts and memories. This plate holds a place of honour in my china cabinet – it reminds me that even when you think you are alone – there are always people supporting you from afar, sometimes you don't even know who they are. As people come over to visit this plate becomes a celebration of life and a great conversation piece. Kindness is like snow…it flutters down gently, surrounds like a blanket and covers in its quiet and gentle softness. It comes in many forms and often when we least expect it but most need it. May your Winter Break be filled with rest and relaxation … May kindness blanket you all with the beauty of gently falling snow this magical winter season. |
AuthorI am a Calgary Board of Education Principal, proud to be leading learning. I am driven by curiosity and believe that each day welcomes new learning. I am passionate about intellectual engagement and task design and I treasure "wonder-filled" moments with students. Archives
July 2018
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