RELATIONSHIP REFLECTION

I don't know how the world would function without relationships. There are many people whom I am connected. The people who have a significant impact on my life are my husband, mother and children. They are very important to me because they have changed my life in a very significant way. My mother gave birth to me and made personal sacrifices in order for me to be who I am today. My husband whom I have been married to for fourteen years has been there for me and without him I would not have the two most wonderful children in the world. My relationship with my husband has been the most challenging because I am a woman and he is a man. We don't always agree but we have learned to compromise. Overtime I have learned that it is best to let go and let God. Having the last word is not so important after all. My husband and I encourage each other. We support and respect each other.

 My children are fifteen and six. They challenge my patient daily. Open communication is very important in any relationship. I always asked them about their day and make time to share with them. They still love hugs and kisses. My mother is a very precious person in my life. She is an awesome Grandmother and is always available when I need a extra hand. Because of the support I get from my mother and husband I am able to further my education. My experiences with my relationships impact my work as an effective early childhood professional because I am a mother. My children were once in child care and my son is currently attending an after school program. I have had to attend child/teacher meetings due to my son at times not following directions and staying in his seat. The struggles are real. The early education system has been a challenge for me at times. So, I can relate.