Whether you are a teacher, counselor or parent, the children in your life deserve the best that you have to give.  I’d like to suggest that you give some of these gifts:

• The gift of encouragement:  I believe that there is a best in you that you can achieve.
• The gift of attention:  I will watch out for you and be there for you.
• The gift of example:  I will be a model of integrity, honesty and love.
• The gift of patience:  I have the time for you that you need.  I am here for you.
• The gift of help:  I will do everything in my power to assist you whenever things become too difficult for you to do alone.
• The gift of discipline:  I will set age-appropriate limits for you and I will be consistent in holding you accountable.
• The gift of direction:  I will help you develop, learn, grow and dream using the wisest counsel from myself and others.

These gifts are not expensive, but your children will pay the price if you do not provide these gifts.