Monday, November 24, 2008
My Reflections
Hmm I have written quite a bit in one morning but I'll just put down some thoughts quickly:
This is my 3rd time in Marryatville and 5th time interacting with the teachers and students.
One thing I concur with all of you is that being in Australia always reminds me how nice it is to smile and have people reciprocate and vice versa. Somehow growing older, despite the perks that come with age (It always gets better!), one gets busier, acquired more hang-ups and forget to appreciate how beautiful each new day is.
Learning Points:
- Stop worrying about the nitty-gritty details. SMILE! :D :)
- Nurture myself and others around me. Praise instead of debase!
- Live each day like there's not going to be a tomorrow (Ooohhh! Cheesy! :p)
Having said that, I am speaking from the point of view of one who is a visitor, with my rose-tinted glasses, still basking in the warm after-glow of a refreshing one week experience. I suppose I am not the only one? Wonder how we will all feel and experience if we are there for a longer period of time e.g. one year? For me home is where the heart is, the family is and it remains home for better or for worse. Need I say more? :)
Professionally, it is wonderful to meet up with like-minded educators and exchange ideas. More importantly, to learn from them. My learning points from this professional exchange is going to find their way into the Drama curriculum for Anderson and in the way I interact with all my students so look out for it! :) I must say I am most inspired by whatever limited contact I had with the Drama teachers and some others in the staff room. :D
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Right. This is an embarrassing, official Writer's Block.
Will make the quickest and graceful exit now if possible.
Ciao!
Mdm N
we had a smashing good day, 8:49 AM.