I had a rough day. I was alright when the day started. Now I feel like I am on the edge of an emotional breakdown (again?). It was so stupid even. I just hate myself for getting so riled up for such a little thing. One of my assistant principals was talking to my grade level about playground behavior. She said a parent called and complained because she thought the kids were too wild at recess. Ok, so there are 85 children on a pretty small, very old playground. Yes, it gets a little wild. They are 5 years old. They have lots of energy. We have had very few behavior problems and are one of the only grade levels that actually watch their kids and make them follow the rules. Anyway, I was just trying to express my frustration over how hard we all try and how the administration is so quick to jump on us. I was not upset that the parent expressed concern. She jumps on my case and says, "Well when your daughter is born are you going to want someone to watch her that you are not comfortable with?"
What I did: Looked away and changed the subject
What I should have done: Said, "You know, I am not going to have the luxury of being in that situation. I most likely won't even bring her home from the hospital."
Am I being too sensitive? This asinine comment totally screwed up the rest of my day. She didn't even act like she said anything wrong. She is fully aware of my situation. I dunno. Maybe I am overreacting. It is so hard to tell. My emotions are on high all of the time.
I guess it doesn't really matter if I am being too sensitive because it upset me plain and simple. Even one of my co-workers said that she couldn't believe that she said that.
Today is one of those days where the tears are right behind my eyes, ready to flow.
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