Touching The Future

I don't wear power suits, make speeches, or drive a fancy sports car.
I've never talked on a car phone, made a big sale, or been elected to the Senate.
I don't "do lunch", have a big impressive office or carry a beeper.
I spend my days wiping away tears, giving hugs, and serving chicken nuggets.
A good day is when I go through a whole day without a temper tantrum,
bite mark or a toilet training accident.
My 'office' is a room full of brightly colored toys and laughing children.
You may not think that what I do is very important and you may even whisper behind my back.
"What a waste of a good mind." But I know better.
I make a difference because I'm changing the world one child at a time.
Every day I'm getting the once in a lifetime chance to touch the future.
I'm proud to say "I'm a childcare provider.'

-- Marti Doyle --