it's children's day again and i cant help it to feel a bit sad today cos this will be the last children's day my kids going to celebrate. after this yr, there will only be youth day. no more children's day for them, which means there will be 2 more days of school for them in the future yrs! this's definitely not a nice thing to think about on this day so the only explanation (& comfort) i can offer is tell them that this's part of growing up. this shld make them feel better, since it's a class of 11 boys. if there's girl in the class, i would probably have to use diff tactics. haha ...
as expected, i believe most of them will 'forget' me next yr. so i decided to write them a personalised children's day message for each of them to encourage, motivate or inspire them. i'll be happy if they can understand 50% of the message cos i can be quite philosophical which can be too much for the kids to handle. haha ...
i thought it will be nice to pen down the messages here so that one day when my memory fails me, i can still reminisce.
RL
I'm so happy that you've made some REAL good friends and I hope these friendships florish and last a lifetime. Cherish your friends and be a happy boy!
SH
Thank you for being such a loveable boy. My life will be REAL bored without you cos you're always so entertaining! Remember what I've told you --- Believe in yourself. You can do it!
JT
I really enjoy those short moments that we chat in the hall. I appreciate your sincere and honest reply. It's my pleasure to be your teacher and I'll always remember you as a good-nature & adorable boy. If you need someone to share your problems, dont be shy to approach me, ok!
MK
I always believe that you're a teachable boy. You have to reflect and remember the teachings so that you can be a better person. I hope you can improve on your social skill & make more friends.
FT
You're a boy of multiple talents. I hope your talents will make you famous one day and I'll be very proud of you!
P/S: No more "homework" please!
CM
I've witnessed the improvement in you. Thank you for being such a diligent & hardworking boy. I like your military Eeyore drawing and I hope you can expand your interest area.
Strive hard and work smart towards your goals!
LJ
Thank you for being such a "almost"* perfect boy. I hope you can use your talents to help the less fortunate and make a difference in their lives. Be happy and stay positive!
* almost cos no one is perfect in this world
Noah
You're a smart & god boy cos God has made you so. May God grant you the wisdom to excel in every area and the favour to expand your circle of friends.
DL
Now that you have memorised the Fruit of the Spirit. Do you know the meaning? I always believe that you're a very capable boy. You'll definitely gain these fruits in you & be a better person. Remember --- The cool & safe always win!
GY
I hope you'll have the spirit of Kung Fu Panda -- Despite own's difficulties, one still works hard to achieve his goals. May you cherish what you already have and use your talents to touch lives.
Danny boy
You're a wonderful boy & I really mean it. Thank you for the trust. I'm always available if you need someone to talk to. Also our promise --- we'll meet in heaven and continue our soccer session there!
Have faith in yourself. You're here for a beautiful reason!
there'r 7 more weeks before this academic yr ends. counting the quality time spent with some of the boys and the work i have secretly planted in their lives, i know it's still not enough. but for whatever i've done, i hope these will last beyond a lifetime!
just like what i've wrote in the little book that i gave to danny boy, the same apply to the 11 messages above --- a little note, with a simple message, that lasts for eternity!
