I am working from home today and I moved a plant outside for it to access some much-needed sunlight on this nice San Francisco afternoon. Our puppy, who notices everything, immediately went into a barking fit at the unknown object on our backyard table…despite living alongside the same exact plant, indoors, for the entirety of her life with us! Once I noticed Bingo’s puppy angst, I walked around all corners of our backyard table, re-introduced her to our houseplant, and helped her feel comfortable with change. All it took was my presence and patience with her, along with expanding her perspective to view her new reality, in order for her to be comfortable.
I write about this experience today in light of all the natural change on the horizon in my life. A new school year brings with it much opportunity to adapt, learn, and grow….the same hopes that I have for my houseplant! I hope that I may be able to be as present, patience and supportive of my children, and my colleagues in education, as we all live into the exciting weeks and months ahead.
Happy concluding weeks of summer and blessings on your week ahead!
Keeping the Faith 