To learn from children. I had my first international experience while teaching English in China to young kids when I was 20 years old. I don't think anything could have prepared me for the experience I was about to have. Those kids (even being 10-13 year olds) loved me. It was one of those defining moments in my life where I really felt I learned to love. I never knew how much children could touch my life. Never. I love the children in my life. My nephews, who are so dear and so important me teach me everyday. They love their Auntie Erin, and don't care how imperfect I am. It's a trait I hope to learn.
After China, I was able to teach English in Russia as well and open my heart to yet another group of children across the world. How blessed I was, and blessed I continue to be!
You are so right...little kids just love..no matter what..no matter who or what you are, they just love. And you always feel accepted by them!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love your purposes, and love reading your blog. Sometimes I'm in such a hurry - keeping up with my four little girls - that I don't get to comment but I love peeping in...
ReplyDeleteI was telling my mom this morning how great our neighborhood was (and ward) and all the special people who touched our lives. I know everyone probably feels that way about their home ward but as I shed tears this morning for Sis. Jesperson I just thought about all the good people who we have crossed paths with and how lucky we are.
I didn't know you did Russia. Where? That is so cool!
ReplyDeleteYou are so amazing, you really are!!!!love you
ReplyDeleteErin, I love this picture! You are such a beautiful and talented lady. I haven't seen you in forever, but I think of you often and send you hugs and kisses!
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