Door Left Open

As I mention I am stubborn, and I know I am.  I can confess that.  But, that doesn't mean I don't have a heart or in this case an ear to listen.  Maybe it is because I am somewhat young.  31 is relatively young compared to my parents or grandparents generation.  That doesn't mean I am a dull tool, or have not been around the block.  I can remember as a teenager, I was involved in my Church.  I remember having discussions with my Pastor about what the Church means to the youth, or how the Church can help engage the youth.  I have been called to 4 Churches.  In the middle two calls of my career I was highly involved in my Church Politics being part of Council and other Boards.  As a teacher I would go to School Board Meetings also.  So even though I am new, and I do still have a lot to learn, I already learned a lot. 


Maybe my youth, or the fact that I am a Big Guy, or that I am different than what many people  vision when they vision a Principal.  I am very stubborn when it comes to Paper Communication.  I don't like it and don't like doing it.  I find it to be a waste of time, money, and purpose.  I know it is different, but remember I am Lutheran (Hard to Change).

I never like it, but sometimes laugh (not a funny laugh) when I hear complaints about this or that.  I had a parent who at first, maybe still didn't see eye to eye with my methods, philosophy, or execution of different things.  After many meetings, I think we are at a good place.  They might still not agree with me or see my vision clearly (maybe I need to rethink how I show my vision), but they know anytime they want to talk about an issue, I have my door open for them to share. 

In fact for anyone I always have my door open (unless I am trying to eat lunch) to shoot the breeze, to complain, and in those certain circumstances praise what we are doing.  I got an email from a high school and college friend with words of encouragement.  He mention that people are taking notice and they like what changes I have done.  His source was his Grandfather who was a local Pastor for many years and knows the whole history (good and bad) of my Church/School.  It came at a perfect time.   Funny how God puts people and comments at the time you feel like you failed.

I know I am not perfect and my ways sometimes might not be the best.  My intentions are always putting the Kids (Students) first.  My door will be left open if you want to talk about it.