Hey all,
As of now, I am sitting in a University library with my housemates trying desperately to study for finals tomorrow. Well, my brain is done for now with the studying. Seriously, i can't really function well past 8:00. Like, i can read my material, but it tends to leave my brain as soon as i say the words in my head. Anyways, i though of writing in my blog instead of trying to study. Now let's see what big things have happened? Well i went to support my brother in the polar bear plunge. this is a plunge to raise money for the special Olympics. the people involved mean so much to me. when i was in high school, i got to teach 5 children with mental deficits. they are some pretty cool people. maybe i should do a list... yeah i think i will!!
top 5 reasons to help with mentally disabled
5. never a dull moment! seriously these guys are funny and curious.
4. always encouraging. these kids i worked with are so encouraging and uplifting. it doesn't matter where you are, if they see you, they will say hi to you and give you a big hug! so worth it!
3. gain patience and understanding. i have learned to be patient and loving to them. there will be days you want to pull your hair out, but in the end you can see that you are really helping them and they appreciate that you will take your time to be with them and hang out with them
2. you can stretch out your creativity. i had to think of creative ways to teach my students. they aren't at the same capacity of learning as i was, so i had to come up with different ways to teach them basic concepts.
1. you gain new friends. these kids are great. we still talk and love to hang out and spend time with one another.
I highly recommend working with this people. you won't regret this decision.
blessings,
Anna
