Why?

Why do people borrow trouble? And do we all do it in a way? Do we make problems out of things that aren't really problems - and for what? Attention? Our society now seems to almost make up things that are wrong - where as we used to hide it - to make people think things were "normal". We always go from one extreme to another.

This morn I listened to a debate about mandatory preschool and full day kindergarten. I personally think both are a very good idea. Reasons: Other countries that do this and spend more money in Early Childhood related services are able then to spend a considerable amount LESS on prisons, courts, etc. Also - visit a kindergarten room someday - see how HUGE the gap is between those who know and those who don't. Now, try and teach them ALL. Granted - maybe the government shouldn't be in charge of this - God knows they are messing it now. But who should? And how can we make sure it's fair to all children - regardless of income level? Why is it our country is so very advanced yet so very behind??? Our priorities are SO messed up!!! Why does a teacher make SO much less than someone in a film?? I think we've seen that even animals can act. Yes, some people are better at it than others - but are they really worth what they're paid? And aren't the people who are in the trenches of teaching and shaping and molding our most precious things worth the most??? Makes my head hurt about how screwed up things are.

I LOVE being in the classroom but there's no way in heck I'd teach. Too many idiot parents. Too much crap you have to do to please the lunatic (State of IL) - too sad to see kids whose parents just don't GET it. And they come from ALL backgrounds. Breaks my heart - you can tell who gets attention and who doesn't. You can tell who needs more from Mom and Dad. And God knows, it's the hardest job you'll ever have - but you just CAN'T put in whatever's "left over".