This is my very first blog post! I utilize technology on a daily basis for school, coaching, emailing, texting and more! But, I have never used a blog as a tool to communicate to others. I guess you have to start somewhere. The name of my blog comes from Mahatma Gandhi's famous quote, "Be the change you wish to see in the world." This has long been my favorite quote that I strive to live by. I know it is not realistic to think one person can change the world, but I love the fact that we as individuals can make a difference in our world by just being that change and usually it has a lot to do with our attitudes. This of course does not always come easily, but is something I strive for and challenge myself with on a daily basis. I feel it is so important to see and look for the best in everyone and every situation. Since welcoming my son Hayden (see pic, isn't he cute?)into the world over 14 months ago I realize even more the importance and impact of this quote. Especially when analyzing my own life and attitudes. What kind of person and what example do I want my son to see? What kind of boy or man do I want him to become? I am sure every parent thinks of these questions, but I truly want to be a positive person in not only his life but in the life of any child I come across.
I have found that this quote is something that holds dear to my heart also in the aspect of what kind of teacher I want to become. I am in my first semester at Armstrong Atlantic State University in the Master of Art Teaching program. Yes, after being out of school for over 10 years I took a leap of faith and am now pursuing a life long dream of becoming one of the few...the proud..well a teacher! I've always had a passion for working with children and since college have been doing just that! Being a collegiate basketball player back in the day, I have always been drawn to coaching. I had my first coaching job when I was 20 years old and of course it has been a love of mine ever since. Today, I coach 7th grade volleyball and basketball at Calvary Day School and I have to say I LOVE IT! The girls I've had the pleasure of coaching are amazing and the faculty, parents, and other coaches have been so supportive. Calvary has truly been a blessing! Throughout these recent coaching experiences and my first few graduate courses at AASU has only increased that passion and desire to become a teacher. I wish I had a classroom yesterday! I know, patience is a virtue, but I truly am so excited about the opportunity to become a teacher.
WOW!!! I am finding this blogging thing much easier than I thought! Well I better sign off for now. I think since I have started with something inspirational I should end with one, right? Well maybe that will be my call sign for this blog. Bringing positivity to those around me, since I spoke of attitude earlier I will leave you with a nice little quote from none other than one of the most famous American Country Western singers, Willie Nelson.
"Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you'll start having positive results."
~Willie Nelson
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