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Cheer


It's difficult to find joy in the darkness of the world today
Families are being torn apart
Children are lost and lonely
Where can we find hope?
They say to look for the ones helping
There has been outpouring of support

Cheers to those fighting for others
Cheers to those supporting others
Cheers to the people who smile at strangers
Cheers to those who are speaking out

Joy is often hard to find
We are scared to remain joyful
What if it doesn't last?
What if it's selfish because others in the world are hurting?

Cheer is something that is often in short supply
Even in teaching
Cheer is often viewed as naive or weak

Cheers to educators who show joy about their profession
Cheers to educators who provide comfort to struggling colleagues and students
Cheers to those who never lose their passion

Days are dark
But cheers to those who find the light
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