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After introducing myself to the new fifth grade poetry class, I explained why our organization was named The Thank You Darlin’ Foundation. I told them that “Thank you darlin’”is an expression of sincere gratitude that was used by my mother. People said the sincerity and warmth behind the words made them feel loved and valued. I wanted to carry on her legacy.
“Do you think you have value?” I asked them. Some responded no.
“Do you value education?” Some responded no.
“Do you think learning to read and write will increase your value or self-worth?” Some responded no.
I explained further, value is something that is desired and considered worthwhile like being smart, on time, prepared, strong, a good worker, a good listener, and a team player, honest, helpful, kind, responsible and respectful. Continuing, I said that before learning how to talk, you probably pointed to something and cried hoping someone would give it to you. With an excellent education, you increase your opportunities of getting whatever you want for yourself.
“Now tomorrow”, I said, “we will learn literary terms and poetic techniques.”
They all responded, “Yes, ma’am”.