The Heartbreaker

I had written this post a while ago and never published it. I thought it was worth putting out there.....

I love my job, I love being a nanny. But the one thing that is so hard about my job is that eventually it ends. I find it impossible to do my job well and not really love the kids I nanny for. So it is when the time comes that I am no longer needed, whether it is that the kids have outgrown me or other circumstances, I find it a bit heartbreaking. I went to visit one of the families I used to work for tonight, and as long as it has been I still really love the family. The kids are growing and I can't help but wonder how long I will remain in their memory. particularly the youngest, who I spent the most time with. I love this girl, I spent years playing with her, going on adventures and just spending time with her. My question is this...is what I gave to her of lasting effect? Will she remember me when she grows? But then again does it matter? I don't do what I do for recognition. I do it because I think that kids are amazing. I love being a part of their lives and their learning even if I may not be part of their future.