On Fridays, I help in Elliot's class. I look forward to it all week. Because I've always had little kids at home, this is the first time I've been a parent volunteer. I learned long ago that finding a sitter for my babies so that I could help at school wasn't worth the stress, so I've waited. Now it is my turn to be the mom helper and I am grateful for the opportunity. It has been fun to be in his classroom, to see his interaction with the other kids, and to watch his teacher. (I've learned so much! And kindergarten teachers are total heroes.) While part of me wishes that I could have done this for my older children, I know that there is a time and a season for everything, and I don't regret my choice. I am grateful that I listened to the voice that told me it was ok to say no then, and that now it is ok to say yes.
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I volunteer in my daughter's class and I just say it is one of my favourite parts of the week too. So rewarding.
ReplyDeleteThis is just what I needed to hear today! I've got two in school and two at home and while I really want to volunteer regularly, I'm allowing myself to be content with occasional classroom visits while my little ones are still home. Thank you for reaffirming my decision!
ReplyDeleteSo much wisdom! I have enjoyed reading your blog for many years, and your November thankful posts are such an inspiration. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this! My oldest is in Kindergarten and I want so badly to volunteer in the class, but with two littles at home, I just can't. Instead, I have volunteered to do at home projects. I know my time to volunteer in class will come, but it isn't an easy wait!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for this post. I also have four children, and I have often felt guilty about not being able to help in the classrooms much.
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