Time Well Spent

I love what I do.

Me

The highlights of my job.

My husband who proofread all my work.

My children who have supported me from the beginning.

Let me start by saying, this was one of the hardest classes that I have ever taken. It was not hard because of the content, but because I had to take a look at myself and aske what I wanted to contribute to the field of early childhood education. When I did that, I was able to decide on my capstone challenge. One thing that I learned was how to define a scholarly paper. The Internet is full of information. Some of it I know is not accurate, but the author makes it sound informative. It took a while, but I finally got it. Second, I had to learn to be patient and accept constructive feedback. At times I felt that Dr. Teri was being “knit-picky” when I read the feedback that she gave me on my papers. Now I know that it was to get me to a point of understanding and creativity. I was doubting my potential and ability to do a great capstone project. I know that I was doubting myself, but she saw something more in my writing and my ideas. Finally I know that my gift to the early childhood field requires me to leave the classroom setting. I know that my journey continues in a different setting. I someday want to own and operate a learning center that works with at-risk children and families.

I want to thank Dr. Teri for challenging me to go beyond my comfort zone. Because of this course I discovered things about myself that I didn’t know I could do. I appreciate all the feedback that you gave me that helped me be successful in the course. I want to thank my colleagues for contributing to the research that I did on this project. I have interacted with most of you throughout my journey and it wwill feel strange not longing on and commenting on the discussion board. I hope that this blog will keep us connected. Good Luck to everyone in their future endeavors. I have grown close to some of you and I pray that God blesses you with the desires of your heart. I will always remember the time spent together at Walden University.

One of my favorite quotes is “To Teach is to Learn” (Joseph Joubert). We all learn from each other. We are never too old to learn. I began my college journey late in life (I am 45 years old). The children that I teach are a part of me and I love them dearly. They have taught me how to be patient and love in spite of. You all have taught me how to be supportive and a team player. I hope our journey continues. My email address is angelalowery56@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you all.

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