Thank you for sharing this. It showed me something that we don't get to see often and what I love about humans, that we can be kind and care for one another.
I just love this teacher. What a fine man and teacher he is. I appreciate seeing another culture in this thoughtful and loving atmosphere. I love the way Mr. Kanomori holds each child's face with recognition of who they are, like a benediction as they move forward into their future. What kindness has been shown here.
Thank you for these videos, Dan. they have been most inspiring. And now I have to go and replenish my Kleenex supply.
Hi, Teresa Evangeline, you are so welcome. I would think you can find teachers like this all round the globe. He does have a remarkable clarity, though, about his values. I was drawn to him because he and I share a key goal and focus: to be happy. It often seems strange to me that in elementary schools it is not more common to find teachers with that as their main goal. I mean, if childhood is not happy, why? What is more important than a happy childhood?
Hi Dan~ That was a beautiful series. I wish Mr. Kanomori had been my teacher or parent when I was growing up. My husband and I both have that little sarcastic negativity creeping up now and then. We're learning (finallly!) to gently remind each other that we're a couple, friends, respectful of each other, kind. So it can be done, but it takes a conscious effort. And Dan, I know you would have encouraged my alphabet...
Hi, Margaret. The biggest challenges in wise speech are the ones we find at home. I think that's true for just about everyone. I know it is for me. The people we love the most are also the ones who can hurt us the most.
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Extraordinary series of posts, Dan.
Thank you again.
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so touching, so lovely.
Thank you for sharing this. It showed me something that we don't get to see often and what I love about humans, that we can be kind and care for one another.
A compelling series of videos, Dan. Thanks for sharing them. Kanomori is a fine, fine teacher.
I just love this teacher. What a fine man and teacher he is. I appreciate seeing another culture in this thoughtful and loving atmosphere. I love the way Mr. Kanomori holds each child's face with recognition of who they are, like a benediction as they move forward into their future. What kindness has been shown here.
Thank you for these videos, Dan. they have been most inspiring. And now I have to go and replenish my Kleenex supply.
Jo, I'm glad you enjoyed them. I first saw them about a month ago. They stayed with me so I decided to share them here.
Hi, neighbor, yes, and caring about each other is among our highest callings, don't you think?
Hi, Teresa Evangeline, you are so welcome. I would think you can find teachers like this all round the globe. He does have a remarkable clarity, though, about his values. I was drawn to him because he and I share a key goal and focus: to be happy. It often seems strange to me that in elementary schools it is not more common to find teachers with that as their main goal. I mean, if childhood is not happy, why? What is more important than a happy childhood?
Robert, I am very glad that you have enjoyed them.
You're right that I needed the kleenex for the last post. Holy cow.
Empathy is not for sissies. Thanks, Dan.
He's really something. I'm glad you enjoyed the post, Reya.
Hi Dan~ That was a beautiful series. I wish Mr. Kanomori had been my teacher or parent when I was growing up. My husband and I both have that little sarcastic negativity creeping up now and then. We're learning (finallly!) to gently remind each other that we're a couple, friends, respectful of each other, kind. So it can be done, but it takes a conscious effort. And Dan, I know you would have encouraged my alphabet...
Hi, Margaret. The biggest challenges in wise speech are the ones we find at home. I think that's true for just about everyone. I know it is for me. The people we love the most are also the ones who can hurt us the most.
Thank you for posting such a beautiful series. We can all learn from it.
Brighid, you're welcome! I am glad you enjoyed the series.
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