7.5 months ago I came to Korea. If you've followed my blog since the beginning you might remember me detailing how terrified, nervous, unprepared and anxious I felt. I was worried I wouldn't be able to teach these kids, that I'd feel awkward and unsure of myself. 7 and a half months ago I didn't know what I wanted to do with my life, but that's all changed. 21 precious children opened their hearts to me. They made me feel loved and excited to go to work every day. They are awesome.
Today I had to say goodbye to my beautiful little 5 year olds. I told myself not to cry, but I guess I wasn't really listening when I said it. I tried to say a little speech to my kids about how much fun I had with them, and how they have to be good for their new teachers...but I only managed to get out goodbye before the tears started flowing. I felt silly, but at the same time I just didn't care anymore. This will be my (first and) last class of Kindies. Next week I start as an afternoon teacher. It'll be different, and I'll need to think of some sort of hobby to do...but I'm starting to adjust to the idea and I'm not as upset about it as I was when I first found out. If I had to have just one group of kindies I'm glad it was these kids. They were crazy, funny, and sometimes a little out of control. They always kept me on my toes. Every day was different, and every day they surprised me. From ridiculous jokes, to funny stories to kids jumping off of desks expecting me to catch them, I've seen it all. And I've loved it. After spending 7 months with these kids, I'm pretty confident about the next step in my journey. It's pretty exciting, and scary!
We had a great last day today. We spent the morning taking a walk through Hanbat Arboreum, watching Beauty and the Beast in the library, colouring dinosaurs, eating snacks, and playing games. I couldn't have asked for a better way to end my time with them. I'm glad I'll get to see their faces every once in a while around the halls of school, but it definitely won't be the same. I'll miss those little trouble-makers! As well as my co-teacher and assistant teachers. They've all made my time here in Korea 100% better than it could have been :) 
Kathy Teacher and I
Sue teacher and I
Janine Teacher and I
1 comment:
A lovely and touching post. It is very hard to give up something that you have so enjoyed doing. God has a plan for you and he will lead you. I am praying for you, call or Skype whenever you need to talk.
Love you with all my heart.
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