I woke up this morning disappointed it was still dark out. I love waking up with the sun, with the morning colors. I have a window that projects a myriad of colors onto the wall during the spring and summer. It is a great way to begin the day.
As I was lamenting it being dark out I realized we are at that time of year where everything is starting to fall asleep and preparing for winter. The leaves are beginning to change color, daylight is getting shorter, kids are back in school. As private instructors many of us are returning or have already returned to our full teaching schedules.
The word Transition came to mind. Transition is always occurring. It can be scary, sad or exciting, or all of these things at the same time. Transition, or change, is part of life. There is beauty and hope in that.
The leaves may be dying and falling to the ground shortly, but oh, what a beautiful display they put on before they go. They are helping their trees to prepare for winter so they can blossom and bloom again in the spring.
There is less and less daylight each day, but we have wonderful cozy days ahead of us with holidays and so much joy to celebrate.
Kids are back in school; a new year with new teachers and endless possibilities. This school year hits particularly hard for me this year as my son begins his senior year of high school. We are starting the process of college and scholarship applications, and navigating Senior year itself. I can see his anxiety of what his future holds in the short and long term, which is scary and exciting simultaneously.
As I have been transitioning into the role as President I too am both scared and excited. The unknown is scary. I have found, though, that if something scares me it is probably something I should do as it will push me outside of my comfort zone and to grow as a person. The overwhelming feeling though is that of excitement. I have many chapter visits scheduled for this year and am looking forward to meeting our members and connecting with them.
Many of us are transitioning to new roles in our chapters and lives. Remember to ask for help when needed. As I tell my son all the time, it never hurts to ask. You will often find you have more support than you may realize at first.
Thank you for allowing me the privilege to represent WSMTA. It is a great honor. I look forward to the continued growth of our organization.
– Kira Miller NCTM, WSMTA President