You know how it feels to have a pretty decent day?--work goes well, the morning was smooth, the kids are healthy, the husband seems happy. And then someone dashes your feel good?
In non-descript words here's the situation...I made a judgment call and someone thought it was too harsh. In response I received a strictly toned, angry message. And I can't shake the "ug" feeling. The feeling of knowing I wasn't being intentionally harsh & didn't mean to upset anyone. That eaten up feeling of knowing someone's angry at me. The sad disappointment of having someone ignore my apology. And so, though I've made light of it and tried to laugh it off, I'm still 2 blinks away from tears knowing that I was just trying to do my best and it's gotten blown out of proportion.
Here's hoping that tomorrow I can clear the air, mend bridges, and move on.
6 comments:
I'm so sorry that this happened! And sad to know that it won't be the last time. Hang in there and know that I always have your back!!
I'm sure this will be cleared up today and the cooler heads will prevail. I know exactly how you feel something you thought was no big deal is now blown totally out of proportion. You are a wonderful teacher/person and your unique approach to problems is very effective in it's shock and awe technique. I'll be praying that things turn out and everyone is happy at the end of the day. But, even if that's not the way it turns out, don't let it shake you.
no fun :( you've done your part with the apology and that's all you can do...keep that in mind. It'll blow over in time. Keep your head up.
Love, Lauren
Oh, I'm sorry! I hope you were able to gracefully smooth things out today. I can't imagine someone being upset with you--and I am especially sad that someone chose not to forgive right away. I just hate that "pit in the gut" feeling! {hug}
bummer! it's hard being the one making the decisions - sometimes ya gotta be the bad guy. :( hope today went well, that they put themselves in your shoes, and you are able to move on....
You are a wonderful teacher, and I know whatever the judgment call was, you did what was in the best interest of that child. It is very sad that the person you apologized to was not accepting, but just know that if that person is also involved in the same line of work as you, they will inevitably be in the same situation someday. Hopefully, then, they will realize the sting of their unacceptance and be a little more gracious. In the meantime, you keep your head held high. You're awesome! :)
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