This particular comic above, which appeared in 1992, is still pretty applicable today. As much as we as teachers bear the demands of our government and ou r administrators to become better teachers for the 21st century, we also need to remember that it's not only up to us. Hopefully this takes the pressure off a wee bit.
And speaking of wee things--like leprechauns--and in honor of St. Patrick's Day, I looked for an Irish blessing specific for teachers, but alas, could find none. So, instead, I wish you a good week with this alternative: "If God sends you down a stony path, may he give you strong shoes."
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