Showing Thankfulness

Working with preschoolers that have special needs isn't always fun and games; or rainbows and lollipops as I like to say.  Some days can be down right challenging.  I can't tell you how many times I have been hit, kicked or bitten.  Nor can I tell you how many times I played referee to a dispute over a toy, over a book, over a friend...  disputes are like the Never Ending Story in a preschool room.  Sounds like I am complaining, but I am not, not really.  You expect those things.  I mean, after all they are 3,4 and 5 year olds.  They don't know any better and that's what you're there for.   Today I was reminded how lucky I am to have this job.  One of my families gave me a treat basket, a teacher's survival kit if you will.  Attached was a note that said:  "Thank you for giving your whole heart to teach my child everyday."  Yes, I am indeed lucky!