I packed
my plans full
having not
officially seen
my students since
Monday.

They exceeded
expectations
and worked
furiously
as we covered
new ground.

I shared
my gratitude
and showered
them with
due rewards
for their efforts…candy!

They laughed
and joked.

We learned
to embrace all
that is crazy
about middle school.
standing proud and
tall on our chairs,
we sang
our way into
the weekend.

Today,
I’m so very grateful
for a job
that offers
a surprise, nearly
every

single

day.