i make a difference

I make a difference.
I come into a room,
knowing that every life in that room
will be touched
changed
by their time spent with me.

I make a difference,
I have the power to make evenings a joy
or a misery.
I can turn a peaceful family experience
into a nightmare of horror
with a simple phone call.

Conversely,
I can make a family proud
and happy
and uplifted
with a simple email.

I make a difference.
I instill knowledge,
and I try to make it fun.
I spend hours planning lessons
that last 50 minutes,
but can be remembered for a lifetime.

I make a difference.
I teach.