Good
Morning and Happy Early Dismissal Friday!
Whew…the first half of the school year seems to have happened at
warped speed!
This time of year offers the opportunity to reflect on the many
blessings in my life. In addition to my
family, I count the staff, students, and community of Graham ISD as remarkable
blessings. I am grateful for the
dedication and perseverance demonstrated daily within our district and
community to improve the lives of children.
I hope each of us is thankful for the opportunity we have to serve
others. Through this service to our
students, we help them learn how to learn – and learn how to live. Our work in
education provides the possibility to change the future…one child at a time!
This is the time of year for rejoicing and for rededication. A quote from Thomas Drier says it well: “If we are to enjoy life, now is the time –
not tomorrow or next year. The best preparation for a better life next year is
a full, complete, harmonious, joyous life this year.”
As you reflect on your blessings and recharge your spirit, remember
you are a blessing in the life of a child!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
The
Reason for the Season…
I recently heard a story on the radio of a woman who was out Christmas
shopping with her two children. After many hours of looking at row after row of
toys and everything else imaginable, and after hours of hearing both her children
asking for everything they saw on those many shelves, she finally made it to
the elevator with her two kids.
She was feeling what so many of us feel during the holiday
season...overwhelming pressure to go to every party, every housewarming, taste
all the holiday food and treats, getting that perfect gift for every single
person on our shopping list, making sure we don't forget anyone on our card
list, and the pressure of making sure we respond to everyone who sent us a
card.
Finally, the elevator doors opened and there was already a crowd in
the car. She pushed her way into the elevator and dragged her two kids in with
her and all the bags of stuff. When the doors closed she couldn't take it
anymore and stated, "Whoever started this whole Christmas thing should be
found and shot."
From the back of the elevator, everyone heard a quiet calm voice
respond, "Don't worry, we already crucified Him."
For the rest of the trip down the elevator it was so quiet you could
have heard a pin drop.
Don't forget this year to keep the One who started this whole
Christmas thing in your every thought, deed, purchase, and word. If we all did
it, just think of how different this whole world would be.
Have a nice day and a Merry Christmas!
In lieu of the corny joke of the day,
lets us each pause to reflect on THE REASON FOR THE SEASON! Please click on
the link below.
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