Telling tales out of school . . . no one likes a
tattletale! Yet, from time to time, I'm sure
one finds oneself in that difficult position: to
tell or not to tell . . . I found in the 43 years
that I was teaching, that I was often privy to
information simply because as a teacher, one
is aware, not because of anything shared with
me. Early on, I made the decision to honor my
students first and let things be, as it were. It
truly mattered to me to have my students'
confidence as well as their best interest in mind.
Still, looking back, I have to wonder if this were
the best choice. Could I have helped that young
soul with drug addiction, had I told on him?
For sure, I always shared that I realized what
was going on and encouraged the kid to get help.
I offered to walk him to the nurse's office to sign
up for classes, support, programs . . . whatever
was needed. Looking back, I realize I often made
the right decision, but others?! Many are the
times I wish I weren't an empath. No one likes
knowing other people's business just because it
is perceived. I pray the gods grant me wisdom,
to tell or not to tell . . .
right or wrong or both
so tired of looking back
ever questioning
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