The value of a good teacher

My teacher taught me determination.

I don’t think he meant to but he did.

I learnt it in the way he

Was always there with energy,

Even when we refused to learn.

My teacher taught me love.

I didn’t see it coming.

I learnt it in the way she

Spoke, with passion,

Even when she was angry with us.

My teacher taught me strength.

It happened quite accidently.

I learnt it in the way he

Stood, strong and tall,

Even as we continuously faltered.

My teacher taught me Hope.

Quite suddenly it hit me.

I learnt it in the way she

Answered us, with understanding,

Even when we werebeing rude.

The value of a good teacher

I learnt each and everyday

My teacher gave me inspiration

To be what I am today.

© Samantha T. Salandy 2010
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