As someone who is majoring in early childhood education, I have an endless amount of love, admiration, and passion for teaching young kids. Teaching is truly what I want to do for the rest of my adult life. With that being said, I've noticed how many negative comments people make towards people who are majoring in Early Childhood Education, and honestly, I don't think it's fair.

Here is a list of the most common remarks that people have made to me after I tell them what my major is....and how I would like to react.

"You know you're not going to make a lot of money, right?"

"Why do you like children so much? Don't they annoy you?"

"You better be good and making crafts, since that's what kids do half of the time anyway."

"You really want to be stuck in a school for the next 40 years?"

"Aren't going to get tired of teaching the same things?"

"I hope you know standardized testing isn't the answer."

Enough is enough. If there is anything this world needs more of, it's teachers that enjoy teaching! It's okay if you don't understand or share our passion for it, but leave the negativity else where!