Whenever I have to update my resume, I like to go back and look at letters of reference to refresh my mind on long past jobs.  I take words and phrases from the letters to inspire my resume writing.  It’s always heartwarming to read the about the impression you’ve made in children’s lives.

During my most recent update, I decided to also query some of the “kids” I took care of as a nanny.  Their responses reminded me of why caring for children is such an important job.  

Claire, who is now a teacher, wrote: “You seemed invested in our development as people.”  

Michael, who was just six when I left, wrote, “It was so nice to just feel free and expressive and cared for in an exciting adventurous environment.... I don’t think I’ve ever stopped cultivating that same environment for myself since.”  This young man performs acrobatics and does fire breathing.  Definitely free, expressive and adventurous!

I greatly appreciate their words.  They show that my intentions came through in my actions during my years as a nanny.