My Supports

To me, support is manifested through listening, guidance and motivation.  I am QUITE blessed to have a very supportive home and work environment.  I feel as if I am always talking about my support system, so I’ll change it up a bit this time. 

 Of course I have to mention James.  He is one of my greatest supports!  We have been married for almost 4 years and he’s been my support for about 6 years.  I couldn’t do any of this without him encouraging me and pushing me to do my best.

Me and James on our honeymoon

My co-teacher (I call her my co-co!) is also one of my greatest supports.  We often feel isolated, so we have to support each other at work. 

Cindy, Eli, and his true love - the red balloon!

I am also rather blessed with an administrative team that is very supportive.  Mary is supportive of my mental health in giving me my time off requests.  Tracy is supportive through tough developmental issues that arise with the children in my classroom.  Rita is retired, but when she was with us, she was supportive through her past experiences.  Jenny is supportive through her listening ears.  (Kathy M. works at a sister center and is not one of my direct administrators)  Cathy R. is supportive through listening to me and my co-co’s rants and complaints, being a voice for the infant team, and being around to take care of us. 

From left to right -
Mary, Tracy, Rita, Jenny, and Kathy M.

Cathy R. (Class of 2012!!)

When thinking about a potential challenge in my life, I know this group of people would support me.  My co-co is currently dealing with a lot of challenges.  Her father is having surgery soon, she is deep in school work like I am, and is trying to find time for everything while staying sane herself.  Wonderful Cathy R. came in one day and sat down and asked her what SHE could do to help.  I don’t know many other administrators that would do that.  She provided support to Cindy through listening ears, and her advice (guidance).  I know that she would do the same if I were in need.