Because 11-year olds are cooler than most adults I know
“What a child doesn’t receive he can seldom later give.”
~ P. D. James
today i met my new Little Sister. i have always wanted to participate in the Big Sister program back home, but never seemed to be able to find the time.
here on Nevis, and more than ever before, it seems important that i make the time.
Shenelle and i will be hanging out for a couple of hours every week in a mentor-type program founded by a Peace Corps group a few years ago. i hope we get to do lots of colouring because i’m pretty sure my algebra skills are too weak (hah!) to tutor her grade 5 level. we already have one super cool thing in common and are going to experiment with my camera next week.
i’m excited. i think i need to order more colouring books from Amazon…
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January 25th, 2008 at 12:12 am
how wonderful :) i was a big sister years and years ago, was a fantastic experience … enjoy!! xox
January 25th, 2008 at 12:12 am
Wow, good for you :) That will be a nice diversion from the schoolwork…I hope it goes well!
January 25th, 2008 at 9:09 am
Your comments echo my sentiments exactly and is perhaps the reason I continue to teach young minds!
January 25th, 2008 at 4:57 pm
Very cool! Children are often so wise, and spending time with them offers lots of fresh perspective.
January 25th, 2008 at 8:23 pm
Echo what was said above. Should be fun and allow you a diversion from the books.
Have fun.