To my Teacher

As I was dragged and persuaded to class on my first day at school, I remember being ‘handed’ over to you, my Teacher. My visualizations of a huge human being with a wooden cane were completely proven wrong. I even remember the colour of the sari you wore that day. You were so nice to me. You sat me down and assured me that everything was going to be just fine. I was in good hands.

My first day at school changed everything. I loved going to school. You taught me the basics of science and math. You taught me to write cursively. As I proceeded to higher classes, you helped me discover my skills and strengths. You told me to work hard and score good marks. You scolded me for sitting in the last bench and chattering with my friend. You punished me for not doing my homework. In spite of all this, you have been my Teacher, my Friend.

Thank you, my Teacher, for being my source of learning. Thank you for teaching me that education is for life and not just for a living. You have been a strong, forceful, vibrant and enthusiastic source of inspiration to me. I am this confident person today because of you, because of your relentless efforts to make me a better person.

Thank you for this gift of life. Sincerely,

Your Student.  

- inspired by my first teacher in Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Mrs Anitha. My warmest regards and love to her.