Wondering....

Why is it that when those in the education field talk about pay or stipends, the response from the public is either, "Well, you knew what you were getting into when you signed up for this gig," or something along the lines of teaching children is what should matter, not the paycheck?

Do teachers not have to pay mortgage? Do they not have to pay doctor's bills and insurance? Do they not have to buy groceries and pay for car repairs?

Teachers have to make it in this economy just like everyone else. It seems, though, that if the "compensation" word comes up (or any word associated with it), we're all of a sudden money-hungry, vacation-loving, work only six-hours-a-day people.

Honestly. Give me a break.

Ok, I'm done now. Back to the morning paper and my cup of coffee.

Happy Valentine's Day to you :)