SPT 12/13/05 december challenge: reflective surfaces

this is a picture of me in fourth grade.
i always say, to the shorties, when they are trying
to fool me,
"please don't act like i was never in fourth grade...
i know ALL the tricks!"
and they roll their eyes as i put my hand on my hips
and try to show as much attitude
as i can muster.
and then we all laugh at what a dork i am.

this is the time of year that is
the most exciting for children.
i remember being in fourth grade.
i still believed in santa
but was afraid to tell my friends
cuz i knew they would tease me.
i had no proof.
only faith.

the children cannot focus.
can't sit stop wiggling.
and who blames them?
there is WAY too much going on
in their creative minds!

so i take a deep breath.
plan to jump around a lot.
and am thankful that i have them
to make me smile so much.

most importantly, i remember
their strong faith in
everything that has to do with the
magic of christmas.
and i know that life is
truly good.

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