In the classroom, I have always guarded my personal life. I openly discuss my life with my son. Yet, I clearly keep my wife and our family stories out of the mix.
My students have many emotional challenges. It has never seemed prudent to make my family a focus in the classroom. From my perspective, the politics of adults should not interfere with the education of students.
I still feel this way.
Gay marriage will become the law of the land. Of this, I am sure. Still, it is a contentious issue that has divided families, states, and countries. It is never fun to be on the losing side. Be sure, the right wing conservatives will be on the losing side of this issue.
For the moment, I will relish our victories and our minor setbacks with those who can celebrate, comfort and support me. My students will not be privy to my personal life. It isn't their business.
I am a teacher. I am proud to be a teacher....and I love my students.
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