I've been teaching the little kids beginning swimming at the YMCA homeschool program now for two years. If I volunteer, it guarantees that my kids get the classes they want. I'm in the pool for half an hour and basically teach kids to put their face in the water and how to kick. Easy peasy. But there are some days I just don't want to get my hair wet, good hair days are so rare. And some days, well I'm just honest, I really don't want to shave. I've gotten beyond not wanting to be seen in a swimsuit. But there are days, I just don't want to deal with that one whiney kid. Today, it was all made worth while. I had two separate mom's come up to me today and thank me for working with their kids. In two years, I got two thank you's. It made my day. It made me think though, how many people don't I thank. I try to be courteous to anyone who serves me, I thank people for taking their time to help me out even if it is their job. So for all my friends and family who keep me above water, thank you. To all the people who do the jobs that nobody notices, thank you. I will make more of an effort to show you how much I appreciate what you do.
And, I say thank you to you, my friend, for your friendship and constant support. You have no idea how much it means... :o)
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