I can’t believe I ever thought about not being a teacher. Which is not to say I won’t ever falter again, but that today two wonderful Seabury alums both stopped to talk with me in ways that reached the deepest sense of who I am and what I do. I make no pretense of being a Great Teacher or an Outstanding Role Model, but I hope that occasionally I can be a friend to people who come to learn and grow about particular topics, in particular ways. This morning two lovely souls told me I had done that. If I keep up this work, perhaps — by God’s mercy — it may happen again. For now, though, a teacher’s heart has been deeply moved, and a teacher’s restless disposition has been reminded that it’s still a teacher’s restless disposition, a teacher’s heart, so chill out and be patient.
Posted by AKMA at October 27, 2004 01:01 PM | TrackBackAKMA, you are the only person surprised by your students' words.
You've been a generous teacher to all of us, as I can surely testify.
Now get back in there and grade some papers! :)
Posted by: David Weinberger at October 27, 2004 02:00 PMIt would appear that a couple of scales have fallen, professor. An excellent teacher, indeed.
And, regarding the papers, don't you still owe me a few?
Posted by: AngloBaptist at October 28, 2004 07:03 PM