Thank you, Sally, for inviting me to tell my story of what I wish I knew when I was younger.
I am sure like me, there have been times when you have wondered what difference might have been made to your life, if your younger self had been gifted with the experience and knowledge you have accumulated over the years.
I invited several friends from the writing community to share their thoughts on this subject which I am sure you will enjoy as much as I did.
My guest today is pre-school teacher Jennie Fitzkee who shares her thoughts about the narrow views we tend to hold as children and young adults, and how life and experience teaches valuable lessons…
I Wish I Knew Then What I Know Now by Jennie Fitzkee
People- they should be turned inside out so we see their heart and their mind before their looks. I have learned much over my 70-plus years. My memories of meeting people and making friends long ago are crystal…
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A Teacher's Reflections 
A wonderful post Jennie.. thanks so much for participating and a hug to Gloria..♥
Thanks, Sally. Will do! 😍
I think I forgot to send you mine? I honestly don’t remember. Sorry, Sally. x
I haven’t received Pete… send it when you can and I will schedule…hugsx
Sorry, Sally. I am guilty of forgetting, I will get on it! x
No worries Pete.. I am scheduling for early June at the moment so no pressure..hugsx
I enjoyed your feature on Sally’s blog. Say hi to Gloria for me!
Thank you, Liz. After Gloria’s trip to Washington it was very timely to share her backstory.
You’re welcome, Jennie.
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How great to see you and Gloria featured on Sally’s blog. I left a comment over there.
Thank you, Darlene!
What a great story and feature on the Smorgasbord blog, Jennie!
Thank you, Deborah!
You’re welcome! 😀
Jennie, I love how vulnerable you are here. Being able to recognize where and when you could have done better and then moving forward in life with those precious lessons you learned! You are such an inspiration!
When teachers can learn along with children, we bond, and then become their role models. It’s what I love most about teaching. I was so disappointed and surprised at myself when these events happened. It was a revelation, and thank goodness I moved forward. I felt empowered. I learned. And I passed that down to my students. Thank you, Jen!
I left a comment on Sally’s blog, Jennie.
Best wishes, Pete.
Thank you, Pete.
wonderful
Such a great post, Jennie! I loved the whole thing.
I’m so glad, Pete. Thank you very much!
A lovely post, Jennie. I left you a comment on Sally’s site.
Thank you, Robbie.