Daunting
the looming
mountainside
or the oceanside
cliffs whose ascent
mocks my limitations
Fragile,
the glint of
spidery thread,
whose expanse, though
delicate, stretches without fear
The way our income curves
downward, while
our needs
mount
Life’s slopes
precarious, demanding
inevitable, and yet we find ourselves
ill-prepared when forced to navigate them.
Reward none, if you can’t reward all,
critics say, education should be fair.
Encourage positive behaviour only,
acknowledge accomplishments period.
Treat all children the same, equally;
it is unfair to let only a few shine.
Resources are limited, make do.
Why aren’t you giving more of yourself?
The attacks are personal, guilt real.
Teachers need protection, not blame.
One Woman's Quest 