An Educator's Dedication to J.R.R. Tolkien
Amber Aden
I am the wizard with my internal hat and staff of knowledge,
guiding and leading the dwarves and hobbits
through Middle Earth.
At times I stand aside and let
my youngers find their own way -
I carry the staff, the light
of knowledge and wisdom, safety
and security.
My youngers doubt me in times of trials,
but the teacher is always silent during the test.
With my internal hat and staff I fight, lead, and guide,
I fend off danger to protect my youngers
on their life journeys; finding their home,
creating a better world for themselves
and those around them.
I support and encourage them through the adversities.
I fight so hard to the bitter end
to be renewed - born again
into the confident white wizard.
My dwarves and hobbits get into problems
beyond my control --
that's when my elves and eagles come,
assist, and be my heroes.
I am not an invincible white wizard,
I am constantly growing and changing.
My dwarves, hobbits, elves, eagles and fellow wizards
mold me
into the white wizard I am supposed to be.
Live long and prosper, folks.
