If a doctor, lawyer, or dentist had 40 people in his office at one time, all of whom had different needs, and some of whom didn't want to be there and were causing trouble, and the doctor, lawyer, or dentist, without assistance, had to treat them all with professional excellence for nine months, then he might have some conception of the classroom teacher's job. ~Donald D. Quinn

When I found this quote I had to laugh. Although I don't have 40 students this statement is true. I am so glad that I can come before my class each day with the wisdom, understanding, and love of God. I do my best to start off each day in prayer asking for those three things. I figure if I have those 3 things (God's wisdom, understanding, and love) the rest will come into play.