Secondly, I have learned how to make deeper and more meaningful connections to those issues in the early childhood field for which I feel passion. Through researching those topics, writing about them, citing scholars who understand the issues, and discussing such topics openly with our peers I have gleamed knowledge that has added depth to my enthusiasm about important issues. Our passion is the driving force that helps us become the voice for others and to advocate for worthwhile change.
My third deeply felt learning is that I am more aware of whom I am and that I can accomplish much as I connect to others with the same passions. Coming together with others makes our quest stronger and more meaningful. I love what Eleanor Roosevelt (Laureate Education, Inc., 2011) said, “We must do things we think we cannot do. The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” I believe in myself and can therefore believe in others.
My long term goal is to awake each day with more passion, added desire to inspire others, and the fortitude to be someone that changes the world one step at a time. I know that I can be the example that others look to for guidance as they work with children. I can be a leader of change as I live my beliefs.
Just in case you were not able to view what I posted on the "Good-bye Wall", I have added it below.
These are pictures of “Balance Rock” near where I live in Idaho. It reminds me of how important it is to maintain balance in my life. Sometimes taking risks keeps our balance in check, like getting a master’s degree.
It takes many forces to keep that rock in balance as it has taken many forces to help me maintain balance as I pursued a long held dream. I owe many thanks to my husband for his support, my sister for her encouragement, my students for loving me, to all of you for imparting your knowledge, wisdom, and advice, and to our dear instructor, Dr. Teri, for her unrelenting patience, genuine common sense, and for knowing how to keep us on track. I wish you all well and hope that we many cross paths again.
Some other quotes that resonate from my heart:
“No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.” Nelson Mandela (Laureate Education, Inc., 2011)
“No one has yet fully realized the wealth of sympathy, kindness, and generosity hidden in the soul of a child. The effort of every true education should unlock that treasure.” Emma Goldman (Laureate Education, Inc., 2011)
Reference:
Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive Producer). (2011). Merging vision, passion, and practice [Multimedia]. Retrieved from http://mym.cdn.laureate-media.com/2dett4d/Walden/EDUC/6990/01/mm/ec_pres/index.html
3 comments:
Hi Sally! After reading your post, I am inspired to continue following my dreams. The pictures speak volumes about your strength and passion as an anti-bias educator. Thanks for sharing such meaningful quotes and keep up the great work. It's sad to be leaving. I wish you continued success in your personal and professional life.
Beautiful photos... We shared several classes at Walden. Your blog was always insightful. May you have many travels, and may your journey in ECE be wonderful.
Gregory
Sally,
I share in your idea of “Balance rock” being held in place by many forces. So many forces kept us in this program till the end, and each of these forces must be checked to maintain balance. I agree with you that we needed each other all throughout the program and we needed our instructors to guide us through which was what they did. Let’s keep the flag flying as we begin to rule the world!
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