favorite job: commentator
This is just quick and silly. But I realized today at church that I love conducting in Primary more than any of my other Sunday responsibilities. I want to love Sharing Time but usually I feel like I failed at this wonderful teaching opportunity. So, what is it I love about conducting? I get to respond to EVERYthing! I get to comment on the scripture and the talk; on our visitors, birthdays, and baptisms. I get to elaborate all I want on the announcements. I get to share what happened to me during the week or what I know is going on with the kids (like this week was Back to School). When sharing time is over, I get the final say and to share my testimony of what was taught. I think I am this way about a lot of things. I like to respond and comment on things. So, when I'm not sharpening pencils, I'll have to find a job commentating, somewhere where they will give me the last say!
posted by jenn | 8/27/2006
9 Comments:
That's a great observation Jenn, I know exactly what you mean and think I would love that too. I feel like that in my primary class and feel very involved and possessive of the kids.
Jenn wanting the last word? I can't imagine!
To each his own, I guess. I would rather not sharpen pencils for a living, but it beats cleaning bedpans. You can comment to me anytime - I want a job where I can listen to other people, absorb it all in, and decide for myself who I agree with most.
Love it! I actually think that my favorite calling would be that of secretary. I haven't figured out why, yet.
i think it's great you understand that about yourself. i think i would like that more than sharing time as well because i have never felt that comfortable while doing it. despite how you feel i bet you are awesome at both.
Oh, I had an experience two weeks ago where Jeremy and I were practicing listening to eachother to improve our communication. I was only allowed to restate what he said to make sure I understood what he was saying. Then, I wasn't allowed to say anything back. I was in a terrible mod. I was mean to Kaitlin, short tempered with Jermey and depressed--yes depressed! I absolutely must be able to have a say. It doesn't necessarily have to be the last, but I do need to be heard!
I can relate. I also like that it feels task oriented. I get intimidated by actually needing the thoughts to say... announcements I can do. It is cool how you recognize these things about yourself.
You would be a great asset to any organization with your numerous skills. It's interesting you like that best; you are so very good at it.
I like that idea, having the last say. I'm with you, I love to conduct and be able to end with my two cents. Is that wrong???
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