When I volunteer in my daughter’s kindergarten class, I am always reminded that this age is the time when so many seeds are planted.
As they worry about the mistakes that they make or whether the person next to them is doing their work differently or faster or “better.” Their faces light up with the smallest compliments and are crestfallen with carelessly articulated criticisms.
I am reminded of how important it is to teach our children that life is not about being perfect, it’s about making mistakes and learning. And that being different and doing things differently is what makes them so beautiful.
I see each and every child in that classroom has a spark.
I am grateful to have spent this time with these sweet kindergarteners who have reminded me of the power of our inner child and everything that is important.