The other day Izze and I were out for a walk. As we were heading down the street, an approaching minivan slowed down and seem to hesitate. I thought to myself, "I wonder if that's someone I know?" But I couldn't see past the windshield due to the angle of the Sun.
As they passed, I glanced in and saw a current student laughing in profile. My mind immediately thought "Oh, no - they probably were waving or something as they approached and I just ignored them." By the time they were passing me, it was too late. I imagined their feelings being hurt and how devastating to them it was that their favorite teacher ignored them.
When I got home, I sent a quick email apologizing and explaining.
Today in class, the student said "I didn't see you." Not understanding, I said "What, that wasn't you? So sorry - I really thought it was you. How awkward." and then they said "No - I think it was me; the time and place work; I just didn't notice you at all..."
So revealing that that possibility never even occurred to me... Sometimes it can be hard being so self-absorbed...
Wonder if there is a life lesson for me in this somewhere?
Nah... I can't help it if other people aren't observant, can I?
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