Today was my first day teaching Peter and it went surprisingly terrific. Peter has ADD and I have watched how he behaves with his family when told to do certain tasks. I was prepared to try to keep him on task and get him back on track for most of the morning. Instead he was a perfect student. He worked hard for three and a half hours straight! I kept asking if he wanted a break but he just kept trucking through. We even got through two days worth of History and Grammar! I realize that setting today as my expectation of him every single day is too much, but I'm glad I was able to see what he is capable of. Besides, if we kept going at this rate, I'd probably be home in March!
Two quotes today!
"Don't aim for success if you want it; just do what you love and believe in, and it will come naturally." - David Frost
"Flaming enthusiasm, backed up by horse sense and persistence, is the quality that most frequently makes for success" - Dale Carnegie
Hi, Kristian. What great news, the good day that you and Peter had. All your experience with Advdenture Club over the years, observing kids' behavior, was brought to your relationship with Peter today.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy your quotes. Now that neighbor Jesse helped me figure out how to comment on your blog, here's something I've wanted to send, this song by Susan Osborn:
I'm making my shoulders strong
for the young to stand upon,
stepping lightly on the backs of those
who hold me up.
It's a chain of life unending,
ever new and ever bending,
grateful is the heart for the chance to be alive.
Sending love your way,
Grandma Shelby
Hey Kristian,
ReplyDeleteI'm enjoying reading your entries. Keep 'em coming. We're thinking of you every day.
Uncle Paul