Week 3 - Response- Michael Melvin's Spark

Bits of Light by Diane Frymire ©2010

My favorite personal saying is “I may not be the light, but I will the spark.” 

It’s about relationships and motivating others passion. In our society we call, chat, text and social network, all of them lack the personal relations of face to face. Each can be cold and misinterpreted. When we reach out to others we should leave an impression. When we motivate them through their passions, dreams or aspirations we liberate them to be better and do great things. Parents and teachers spark interest and passion of students to be whatever they want in life. Or they can diminish that light that a child holds. 

My goal in life and teaching is if I can’t be the light then at least be the spark that inspire others to be the light. Which lights the way or inspires others to be better, do better and live. I become a guide, mentor, motivator and the challenger for those around me, my family, friends, co-workers and students. That’s important to me, I believe in leaving legacies and the only way we can do that is by developing relationships. 

I remember in college how some of my professors would invite use to their home or the local coffee shop just to talk. That showed me that they were people just like me, that’s the type of teacher and one day professor I hope to be.

“I may not be the light, but I will the spark.” 

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Dear Michael,
You ARE a spark! Certain people are easy to gravitate towards. Sometimes it may be because they attract like moths to a flame, others light the way and make the journey easier. Your post reflects what I've seen in you, a person with passion and direction.

Your statement that 'Parents and teachers spark interest and passion... or they they diminish the light' is right on the mark. I can't think of a better way to live. We should be 'sparky'!