Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Do you remember your first day at the primary school when you were an innocent 6-7 year old feeling insecure and nervous? Surprisingly I do. I didn't exactly feel nervous but more of like taking things in my stride. I remember that I even had classmates who were in the same kindergarten as me so at least the familiar faces served as comfort.
Today at school, the parents were all anxiously looking for their kids. It's understandable since the school is such a large place as compared to the kindergarten and parents would want to know if their children are capable enough to cope and adapt quickly even without their parents around. I even saw flashes from digicams! I guess parents want the photos to serve as a memory for the child and themselves in the future.
It wasn't really a bad day. Laying out the ground rules went rather smoothly. Just wished that the children didn't feel that comfortable with me. I've taken this class for their P.E. lessons last year and being a greenhorn then and being P.E. periods (plus not knowing their names), perhaps I was too lenient for my own good. They seemed glad to see me. Smiling and calling out my name.
That's bad.
Wish I could smile but no way should I let them think they can climb on top of my head. Young teachers are very much liked by students, especially the little ones. That might not be a good thing because they look at you as an older brother or sister and wouldn't respect you as much. It's really a challenge to strike a balance between respect and fear.
I didn't know if I had anything wrong because on my way home, I felt like vomiting and I finally did when I reached home. Vomitted twice and while typing this, I still feel like going the 3rd time. I don't have diarrhoea though, which means it's a good thing right?
Shucks.. I hope I'm not coming down with something. I can't afford to miss any day in school at this point in time when the students have not settled down and I myself am still trying to pick up many things. Bits and pieces here and there and things are just piling up. :(
Really wonder what's in store for me in 2008 because since late December, I have nothing but bad luck. AHHHHHHHHHHHhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh......Labels: Work
Serendipity believed today at 7:37 PM
