My husband picked up the phone and handed it to me. My Tai Chi instructor was on the line. He told me he did not think I would be there but he wanted me to know class was cancelled for the week. My instructor knew I worked for a company specializing in Christmas tree stands, tree drills, balers and tree lot supplies. He did not seem surprised by my absence.
I told him that I was not in class but I was not "gone". I have been part of the small class for a year. Many people have tried an intro class but so few stay.
He replied simply....I know.
I hung up the phone with a sense of relief. Returning to class next week will be no problem...like business as usual. I must admit the thought of returning to class was a little daunting. Did they think I quit? I kept wanting to call but did not get a chance...then I felt bad about not calling.
As a class instructor, I know what it is like to wonder where students have gone and if they will return. This brief phone call eliminated any hesitation about my return.
I will be back in Tai Chi class next week.
2 comments:
My teacher will get very annoyed if i didn't call to tell him I can't turn up for class. It is a habit for me now. :) The way he puts it is like this - if he makes all the effort of turning up at all classes, the least I could do is to let him know that I can't make it. Can't argue with that...
Hi Shang lee,
Thank you for your comment. I completely agree...I was wrong not to call. I usually let the instructor know the week prior if I am going to miss class. The month of November passed by and one week led to another...
Thanks again,
Michele
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