Today’s Quote

Posted on December 29, 2019 by Jennie

Soul Gatherings

If in our daily life we can smile,
if we can be peaceful and happy,
not only we, but everyone will profit from it.
This is the most basic kind of peace work.

~ Thich Nhat Hanh ~
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About Jennie

I have been teaching preschool for over thirty-five years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about. I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
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31 Responses to Today’s Quote

  2. beetleypete says:
    December 29, 2019 at 10:55 am

    I do try my best to do just that. Sadly, it is not always welcomed by others as much as I had hoped. 🙂
    Best wishes, Pete.

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  3. rnrreads says:
    December 29, 2019 at 11:32 am

    In our modern age, smiles might be uncomfortable for some. SO many people live an isolated existence, thinking they are connected to their community but are really only looking at their devices. To smile at someone means to be vulnerable, to risk, to extend an invitation. Sure, those smiles might be met, at first, we resistance, but man, oh man, are the needed to remind all of us that we are HERE, we are PRESENT, we MATTER! Smiling at you all!

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  4. petespringerauthor says:
    December 29, 2019 at 12:20 pm

    Great advice! It doesn’t require much effort to be friendly and welcoming.

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  6. Liz Gauffreau says:
    December 29, 2019 at 3:46 pm

    What a lovely thought!

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  7. teacherturnedmommyblog says:
    December 29, 2019 at 7:44 pm

    this is so evident in the eyes of a child. if you smile at a child across the room they will light up with joy. we need to learn from this…

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  9. reocochran says:
    December 30, 2019 at 1:56 pm

    Beautiful quote, Jennie! 🗺️ ☮️
    Hope you, your husband and family, as well as the Aqua Room, have the very best 2020! 🎉 💕

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    • Jennie says:
      December 30, 2019 at 4:13 pm

      Thank you, Robin. So good to see you here on WP. I’m not as much on FB like you unless it’s photos or fun quotes. My writing is here. Interestingly, if I share a WP post on FB, it’s not really viewed. Always happy to see your posts and photos! 😍 All is well. Best to you and your wonderful family in the new year!

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  10. L. Marie says:
    December 30, 2019 at 2:36 pm

    That quote is profound and true. We can lift each other up with just a smile!
    Happy New Year!

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  11. Bette A. Stevens says:
    December 30, 2019 at 8:49 pm

    Beautiful, Jennie! Must share… 🙂 xo

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  12. Norah says:
    December 31, 2019 at 2:38 am

    Wonderful quote, Jennie.
    I just popped in to wish you a happy new year. May 2020 be everything you wish it to be. I look forward to reading more of your wonderful posts next year.

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  13. rabbitpatchdiary.com says:
    January 2, 2020 at 8:33 pm

    I am a huge fan of this man. Happy new year!

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