Solitude

My First Job

My First Job

I love my job. I'm very lucky to be able to say that, especially since it's my very first. I'm also lucky because unlike my friends, I don't have to work shift work like them. My timing is always the same, 9 am to 4 pm.

At first, it was rough. The kids didn't listen or participate and I was still getting used to how everything worked, who everyone was.

Now, towards the end of my first job, I'm loving it. The kids I've been with have been fantastic, all of them being polite or being able to have fun with them. I wasn't sure of a few of them at first, but now my heart fills with joy every time I see one of my former kids that I've had.

I've been able to bond with these kids. To make memories, inside jokes and laughter with them. I'm happy to say that I consider one of them as my best friend, at least at camp. His name is Neshawn and we've had so much fun together. He's one of the reasons why I enjoy what I do so much, because he makes it that much more enjoyable.

Don't get me wrong, I've loved all the other kids that I've had in my groups too. Claire and Alexia for always wanting piggyback rides and for me to swing them around. Juliea for wanting to sit in my lap and get to know me. Jeremiah testing my patience only to become one of the kids I'm happy to get hugs from. Rasheed, for keeping me going. Lea & Grace for being such a delight. Arianna & Jazz for being adorable and fun. Justin, with his curly hair and laughter. David, with him always scaring me and making me question life. Ipsha, for making me smile and keep my calm. Isobel for impressing me with her gymnastics and making me wish I could do what she did. Luis, for keeping me honest and making me laugh until my stomach hurt. Alexis, for showing me to never give up and that hard work pays off.

To all the counsellors for making me feel human and to make great friends. I've never felt like I was less than any of you but more like I was one of you.

So yes, I am very lucky to have this job and to be able to completely love it.