Go hug a teacher

I don't watch much TV during the day (trying to set a good role model for the boys), but, I stumbled upon Regis and Kelly today after Flynn finished watching monkey. This week is the show's "Top Teachers' Week." The gentleman being honored today was a 37-year veteran English teacher from Iowa (I think). Barnes and Noble gave him a $10,000 gift card, and because he is such a fan of Michael Bublé, he got tickets and backstage passes to the show in New Orleans (plus accommodations). Wow! It just warmed my heart. So many teachers become so run down and cynical from the poor pay and lack of support. I'm glad high profile people have taken it upon themselves to give kudos to those in this noble profession. How does a doctor become a doctor? With the help of a teacher. I may never be as good as this man, but I can strive to be. I get so jaded and cynical (see my last blog post). It's nice to see positive roles models in one's profession. With that said, I have a ton a grading to finish today.