Tragedy

I was having the worst day I have ever had since probably my first year of teaching and was feeling very much like quitting. My problems at that time seemed like the worse thing ever and then we went into lockdown at school. At first I was annoyed because I thought it was another drill and I didn't have time for it, but as more time passed I realized something was wrong. I wasn't prepared for what I was told after being called to the office. Suddenly, my problems and issues didn't seem that big at that moment. I was concerned about those involved and the teachers at my school who had loved ones on the base. We all worked together to make sure the kids were okay and they got home safely.

I think it is very telling that in the event of tragedy, we can all put our issues behind us and work together. I pray that we could always put our issues aside and focus on what is important instead of waiting for a tragedy to open our eyes and hearts to others.