Thursday, March 19

A day of teaching...ESL

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The sunrise played peek-a-boo behind trees. I wished for the warmth to fill me. Birds were flying and people were driving, everyone in a hurry. I let the wind grab a hold of my wings, slowly I landed.

It was 8:00 in the morning, two hours behind me and 9 hours to go... Hours went by yet time stood still. To be, present perfect and some prepositions... is the clock broken? Another student. Florescent lights, unflattering, unforgiving and unnerving with their incessant flicker. Not a window in sight. The hypnotic sounds of the warehouse drones on and on. Unknown words from the French speaking associates to my one English voice. I think I am lonely.

5 more hours, I'm on my toes...pacing between students. Anxiety from the 6x6 cell, it was closing in on me. The friendly faces and a desire to learn sat me down. The hands started to move. Then I remember time is a gift.





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31 comments:

Alyson | New England Living said...

You certainly have a way with words. Beautiful! And I love the photos.

Lori said...

I stinkin' loooove the new look! it rocks!

Susie said...

Beautiful pictures and captions!

Lori said...

Please come and see me!! I'm not what sure what to giveaway, but I'm going to something in honor of mu 40th b-bay... How often do you turn 40????

I'll let you know the prize soon....

Sugar Boogers & Tantrums said...

Pretty picture and good writing. And I love the new blog look. aka Butterfly Kisses

M said...

Great pictures!!

Dawn Parsons Smith said...

Your writing is always so lovely! You are a gifted wordsmith, my friend! Your photos are always so beautiful too!

Anonymous said...

Time is a gift. So very true.

SouthernDogwoods said...

What a beautiful post & pictures!!!

Tiffany McCallen said...

I enjoyed that so much, thanks! Visiting from CC...

larkswing said...

You should take all your pictures and all your wonderful words and publish a coffee table book! I don't have a coffee table, but would have the book!

Smiles!

Amanda said...

Stopping by from SITS. Those are some very beautiful pictures! And your last line is soooo true. I think we all need to remember that every moment is a gift!

Scary Mommy said...

Lovely post and the pictures are beautiful! And I know I've said it before, but I just love your new layout! Have a great weekend. :)

Aunt Julie said...

The words and pixes go so well together. Sunrise=a new day, huh?

Lizzie said...

love the snap shots!

happy VGNO

j said...

those are great thoughts. and photos. i love that you're able to put feelings into words so vividly. :)

Anonymous said...

Beautiful! Love your blog! Welcome to the party! See ya around!
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Shelby said...

Hi Ann, thanks for stopping by to welcome me into SITS! I look forward to meeting many new friends!

Debbie said...

What great photos. Very beautiful.
I hope you are having a wonderful weekend!

I am Harriet said...

Hi.
I hope you had a fun VGNO.

Today I am leaving 100 comments.
Wish me luck!
Have a great day!

Julia said...

What a simply beautiful photo. Every thing is just moments in time. There are those moments of brilliance which make all the rest doable.

I know you have lots on your followers... but you might like my other blog Our Simple Life. Lots of nature and stories.

Laura said...

Just stopping by from SITS to say hi. I love sunsets. They are simply perfect.


Come check out my spring giveaway!

kari and kijsa said...

Beautiful photo!!
blessings,
kari & kijsa

angie said...

Enjoyed your post! Hope your having a great weekend!

said...

Wonderful photos and narrative.

p.s. that's such a great photo of you in your header with your head thrown back and arms out!

Kim -today's creative blog said...

thanks for stopping by. Love the name of your blog.

Jill said...

Those must be some seriously long days for you!

The word verification for this is ingles, how funny.

Anonymous said...

Hi! What a beautiful post! Love the little black shoe on pink and white background. Party hopping and participating too so stop in for a visit.

auntrene said...

HI, The photos are beautiful, Thanks for sharing them with us.
I am off to party some more.. Have Fun!

Anonymous said...

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StacieinAtlanta said...

Hey Ann-

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