Personal Childhood Web

George B. (Husband) 

My husband George has been inspirational and a wonderful support system. Knowing that this is something I truly treasure he has always been behind me 100% in my mission as well as my vision to work with children. He gives me the push to continue on and assist me in whatever way possible. I sometimes wonder who is the childcare professional me or him. That is how wonderful he is. He understands and sees my passion that I display with children. He makes sure that I do what needs to be done even if it means he may have to step up to the plate (Like cooking dinner, or doing the laundry, or house work, etc.). He is very supporting and encouraging when it comes to making decisions that may be a little difficult for me to make. He gives me advice even when I don’t need it which I appreciate very much. We have been together since I was 10 so who better to help me than someone who knows me well. He always makes me feel special and he has been there all the way and a wonderful support system with my schooling. He continues to be a source of encouragement and my pride and joy even today.

Charles S. (Father)

My father played an important role in my life growing up as a child. He saw to it that I went to school so that I could get a good education. After working all day he found the time to assist with the homework. He also spent quality time by making sure that every weekend we had activities or outings planned. On Sundays we would watch basketball or football. I played basketball in school and loved sports very much which is something I got from my mother and father. Once a week we spend time as a family studying the bible. My father has always been a great support system and a source of encouragement to me. He knows the many children I have taken care of over the years and loves it when they come back. I always appreciated what he said, “You are good at what you do. Even now though married my father is still there for me which is truly a blessing.

Geraldine S. (Mother)

My mother played an important role as well in my life. She took us to school every day and was home when we got home from school. My mother too would assist with the homework and was great with math. Because of her I became what I call a math expert. My mother worked part time as a school crossing guard and then in the summer she babysat many children who lived on the block. That is where my childcare came from. I too babysat during the summer and then I was a school crossing guard, a teacher and now a Director. My passion for working with children stems from my mother. My mother has always been very supportive of what I wanted to do in life even today. She encouraged me to continue my education but at the same time keep my focus on spiritual things which I have done. I must say I have followed in my mother’s footsteps all the way.

Tanya S. (Sister)

My sister Tanya is not only my sister but a great advisor as well. She works in the Human Services Field so when you need to find out something she is the person to call on. Even though I am older than her she supported me when I decided to go to school and get my degree. I was a little hesitant but she had my back which seemed to lighten the load and take the stress off. Now you can’t stop me from going to school. I just want to learn more and more about childcare and how to be a great manager, administrator and leader.

Anice D. (Advisor/Role Model/Friend)

Dr. Anice D. is an adult who I have a very close friendship with. She has been a wonderful support and encouragement for me in the field of early childhood education. She has always been there and supported me in my efforts to continue my education. She gives me great support and advice on many areas that relate to childcare as well as making decision regarding employment in the field of early childhood education. She is a great support and gave me the push to get my Master’s Degree. She is an asset when it comes to dealing with children and the many issues we face today. Whenever there was an issue being in the same field she would give me the right direction to go. She is partly responsible for me remaining in the field of early childhood education. She has told me many times it is truly my passion and that working with children is for me. I learned from her a great deal on what it means to be a true professional.

The picture below is a memory I will never ever forget. This is a child who graduated from preschool and was going to kindergarten. She was one of my favorites students. The younger sibling was now going to the preschool classroom. The picture was taken at the graduation and the flowers were given to me by the owner. It was a wonderful experience to watch all the children grow up and progress to the next level.