TWYH

TYWH

So Erin has finally gotten a divorce. As we all saw her husband never really understood her dedication to her students and did not give her he support the she deserved. I can relate to that on some level; I am POSITIVE WITHOUT A DOUBT that everyone can learn they just have to be taught in a way that they can understand and relate to. My husband does not agree he feels that “those kids” shouldn’t be in the classroom with the other students. We have agreed to disagree; I have won him over quite a bit in the last four years. I’m not giving up hope.
The trip to Washington, was a slap in the face to Erin’s students they were disillusioned once again by prejudice. They had become such a tight group that they were able to overcome their disappointment and make a positive impact on their surroundings. They posted flyers over the swastikas and held a vigil. The whole trip was an emotional rollercoaster, including the arrival at home.
I personally felt like there was a setback, everything that this small group had accomplished and overcome and all the public is interested in is the current violent crime. Some people say we are becoming desensitized toward violence as we see so much of it in the world through the media. I want to know why we don’t celebrate the good with a new festival when it happens, as we never see it should be the biggest news story. Right?
The support the Erin gets from John Tu is amazing. I think what he gets from helping her class is more rewarding to him that they realize. I feel like he is warming his own heart by giving so much of it to those who would otherwise never know compassion and hope. Erin teaches with her heart and John Tu gives with his. I
I have recommended this book to several people including my book club. They all love it, and can’t wait to finish it.