Gloria is Glowing

I started back to school this week.
Teacher week.
Gloria has been home with me all summer,
yet today – without light –
her necklace glowed.
Why?
Was she giving me hope and inspiration?
Was she wanting to be noticed, not alone?
Is she telling me something?
Does she know and remember going back to school,
and is that making her nervous?
Gloria, no worries.
I will always have your back and love you.
Keep on glowing.

Jennie

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About Jennie

I have been teaching preschool for over forty 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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61 Responses to Gloria is Glowing

  1. Subir Bhattacharjee Subir's avatar Subir Bhattacharjee Subir says:

    nice

  2. Darlene's avatar Darlene says:

    It will be another wonderful year for both of you!!

  3. Dan Antion's avatar Dan Antion says:

    I think it’s anticipation bubbling to the surface. I bet she (and you) can’t wait to meet the children and read Goodnight Moon.

  4. beth's avatar beth says:

    it is glowing, and probably how you both were feeling, excited to begin another year, doing what you love.

  5. It’s going to be another amazing year and Gloria knows it.

  6. A new batch of kids will meet Gloria. What thrills await them!

  7. I’d say that Gloria is eager to get back to school and meet her new friends!

  8. Victoria's avatar Victoria says:

    Oh, Gloria! Sending positive energy —with all her glowy wonder! Quite the fab photo, Jennie! ❤️😉❤️

  9. Beyond special, Jennie.

  10. Fraggle's avatar Fraggle says:

    Aww! Have a great new school year Jennie.

  11. “Keep on glowing”, Jennie!

  12. Looking forward to a terrific school year.

  13. what fun that Gloria is so enthusiastic for the new school year. I’m sure it will be a great one.

  14. petespringer's avatar petespringer says:

    Have you ever considered how many children Gloria has helped to understand about not judging a book by its cover. I hope you have a great school year, my friend.

    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:

      I have considered that often, Pete. When older children stop by to visit, they often ask, “Is Gloria still here?” It’s always in the context of loving her because she was non judgmental and always accepting. That’s big! Many thanks, Pete! I’m so glad we’re friends. 🥰

  15. Carla's avatar Carla says:

    I hope that you and Gloria as well as all your aquaroomers have a wonderful year, Jennie. I’m sure you will.

  16. Good to know you have started going back to school. Gloria is looking fine

  17. Karma's avatar Karma says:

    Best wishes for the beginning of your school year. I had students for 3 days this past week, so far so good!

  18. willowdot21's avatar willowdot21 says:

    Bless her she is the best 💜💜💜💜.

    I love this poem 💜💜💜

  19. Oh Jennie — there is magic wherever you and Gloria happen to be. 😀 Thanks for sharing this delightful moment with us. Hugs.

  20. Have a wonderful new year and keep showing your glorious glow! xx

  21. Jennie, this truly warmed my heart. There is something so beautiful and almost magical about Gloria glowing just as a new school year begins. May her light continue to bring love, comfort, and joy to you and all the children whose lives she touches. ❤️✨

  22. Have a wonderful school year, Jennie! I miss it when August and September hit…

  23. srbottch's avatar srbottch says:

    Have a great school year, Jennie. A lucky group of kids are entering your world this week. And you and Gloria will change their lives. What awesome responsibility but you’re up to the challenge.

  24. A bright spot for both of you. Happy new school year.

  25. Always welcome Jennie ❤️

  26. jilldennison's avatar jilldennison says:

    I think the glow is because she remembers and is very excited to get back to school and see all the children again!

  27. dgkaye's avatar dgkaye says:

    Yay for Gloria and a brand new year to make new friends! 🧡

  28. bruce@ssa's avatar bruce@ssa says:

    Jennie and Gloria getting back to doing what they do best…and I am sure both of you are ready and “glowing” for the new year…and for sure will always have each other’s backs!

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