Quote by Fawn M. Brodie

Housework is a breeze. Cooking is a pleasant diversion. Putting up a retaining wall is a lark. But teaching is like climbing a mountain.

Housework is a breeze. Cooking is a pleasant diversion. Putt

Summary

This quote emphasizes that teaching is an incredibly challenging and demanding profession compared to everyday household tasks. It suggests that housework, cooking, and even physical labor like building a retaining wall are relatively easy and enjoyable compared to the uphill battle of teaching. Climbing a mountain symbolizes the arduous journey, difficulties, and obstacles that teachers face daily in their efforts to educate and inspire their students. Overall, the quote underscores the immense effort and dedication required in the field of teaching.

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By Fawn M. Brodie

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