This post is dedicated to my teachers, my mentors, and all who have made an influence in my life.
This first persons whom I consider as my teacher(s) are actually my parents. They have brought me up and taught me well on the way of life. Though there are times where opinions differ as I grow, I do owe my life to them. Without their guidance throughout these years, I may have already been astray many times. To me, you are my first teachers, my grandmasters. Happy Teacher’s Day!
Next, I would like to thank my educational teachers. These are dedicated individuals who have contributed their lives to educating and preparing thousands of people, giving them the necessary skills and knowledge to grow up in their lives. They include my kindergarten teachers, my primary school teachers, secondary school, polytechnic and university teachers. They also include all trainers who have at any one time trained or guided me. I owe my deepest gratitude to these people who have in one way or another shaped me into who I am today. Happy Teacher’s Day!
I would like to specifically thank one person in my life – my wife, Amily. To me, she is also my teacher, my mentor. My wife has worked hard over the few years in educating me, specifically to be a better husband, a better dad, a better person. At many times when I did not do right, she did not give up on me. Instead, she continuously find new opportunities for the both of us and did not stop believing in us. With a grateful heart, I wish you Happy Teacher’s Day!
I also want to thank some special people that have a special place in my heart. Though I may not be acquainted with some of them, they hold a special place because through them, I have learned a great deal, and am still learning. These mentors have begun to shape my life into a better one each and every day. They are my inspiration and I hope to be able to follow their footsteps. They include: Adam Khoo, Stuart Tan, Lilian Ong, Rayne Ho, Dennis Ng, Dale Carnegie, Napoleon Hill and many more. You have taught me that everything is possible as long as you put your heart and soul into it. Happy Teacher’s Day!
I want to thank my friends for being my teachers too. They have taught me to see for myself what values I should have and what habits I should let go. I have learned to choose my friends wisely too, as I will become who I befriend. To all of my friends, Happy Teacher’s Day!
Lastly, I want to thank my daughter Jade. Even though I am your dad, I have learned numerous lessons from you, a mere a four year old girl. I have learned how to be a become a better dad, and what it means to be a better person to you. You have taught me to be mindful of my bad habits, and you have taught me the value of patience and love. Thank you darling for being a great teacher to me. Happy Teacher’s Day!
Teacher’s Day is a day where we thank our teachers and mentors for their unconditional sacrifice to make us a better person. Some may have spent their entire lives as a teacher. Some may have simply taught you a lesson or two, Regardless, I believe that teachers exist for one purpose – to educate people to be a better person, academically or personally. Therefore, today is the day where we show our appreciation to them. I believe all of us have our teachers. Today, tell them how much you appreciate them. Send them a gift, write them a card, or just a simple ‘Thank you’ will suffice.
With this, I wish all of you a HAPPY TEACHER’S DAY!
