Sometimes being a mom is hard. Sometimes being a teacher is hard. And, sometimes being a mom AND a teacher is really hard.
I’ve been home today with a sick little boy and I know it’s exactly where I should be. But, I feel guilty. I feel guilty because I’m missing meetings at work today. But, then I feel guilty for feeling guilty, because my family is my number one priority. How can I feel guilty about staying home with my sick little boy!?
I called my dad last night and started venting. I told him it was hard balancing everything. His response- “It’s not hard. Some days you set your priorties, and some days your priorities are set.” Simple as that.
It made me think. Why do I worry so much about things that I can’t control? When I am in the classroom I give 100%. But, when I can’t be there and I need to be at home, my family deserves 100% of me. I don’t need to feel guilty for that. I’m a mom first, then a teacher.
I was thinking today about how much easier it would be if I didn’t have to work. But, I couldn’t imagine not working. I love my job. I absolutely love being a teacher. Almost as much as I love being a mom.
So, today has been a day about getting my baby better. A morning at the doctor’s office, some medicine, and then a stop at Chick-fil-A. He got me today, because he needed me, his mom. And, I shouldn’t feel guilty about that. At the end of the day, my classroom, my students, my school- it will all be okay without me. I’ll catch up on what I missed in meetings. But, I’ll never get this time back with a sweet little 3 year old who needs his mommy when he’s sick.
So, don’t feel guilty. And, don’t feel guilty about feeling guilty. We are teachers- AMAZING teachers. But, most importantly we are AMAZING moms!
Happy Teaching,
Thank you!! I feel the same way when I stay home with my one year old. It's hard wen you want to be "the best" at both jobs– teacher and mom. Thanks for the encouragement and hope your little man feels better!
Caitlin @ Confessions of a Teachaholic
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