We often think of kids to be "wet behind the ears" and ignorant for most parts of their childhood. Yet we are so wrong. The modern world of today welcomes children to a whole new world of their own. These beautiful people are miles ahead of us at any stage of our lives. When it comes to technology and I mean every aspect of technology ranging from cell phones, iPods, DVD's, musical intruments, laptops or genereal PC's, navigators, etc, children find themselves teaching adults more than a thing or two. Fashion, travel destinations, music, movies, trends, brands, Hollywood's latest gossip, etc are just some of the other areas where children of a modern age are only too familiar with. As the world has developed and progressed, so have the offspring of mankind. What we at times find lacking in these children are the traditional values and beliefs that were instilled in the children of yesteryear. I'm not sure if that's a good or bad thing and I suppose opinion will be divided on the matter. Either way, whatever allows for a happy and successful life should be commended. I came across a letter that a bright 13 year old girl wrote to her teacher in appreciation of his work. Here is what she wrote;
"Sir, thank you for everything you have done for me, the class and our school throughout this year. I thank you immensely for teaching me more than what is in my books. Sitting down to write this letter has made me realise that I'm not working to my full potential. It also had me thinking I have less than 3 months left before high school and I should pull up my socks or its another year in grade 7.
So, I'm making a promise to you and me that the work I deliver from now on will only be my best. You told me I can be at the top of grade 7 and as from today, I'm going to change my attitude towards my school work and strive to be at the very top.
Thank you and please enjoy this day and get the best out of it"
Michaila Wilson
Grade 7S
Sea Point Primary
Cape Town
Wow! A wonderful letter with great sentiment, a sense of appreciation and self realisation. I assure you, I would never have thought about doing something like this when I was 13. Michaila aka Miki is a delightful 13 year old who loves reading, watching her favourite movies over and over again, she runs 5km's everyday as part of her excercise regime, cooks some of the best pasta I've eaten, bakes her own muffins, plays hockey for her school and has taken her pet hate subject Mathematics and turned it into one of her favourites. She is well spoken and has great manners. She is an exceptional 13 year old that will make any parent proud and has certainly made her mom Sonja very proud. I think the world of Miki and she is my favourite child in the whole world. Well done Miki, I am certain you will continue to prosper.
We can learn so much from the children around us and in our lives. When babies are born and as they grow up, they force their way into your life and as they grow older, you have to force your way into their lives. It is an important component of what makes family life.
Take care and remember to live it like you're dying
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