LONG TIME NO SEE

Have I mentioned lately that I miss teaching?

That I miss my classroom, but especially that I miss the kids?

Well I still do.

Recently I sent a shout out and hugs to a former art student seen here,

Yusuf Karan,

through our Biology teacher (here) Aileen Perry.

I'm teaching the Fiber Arts to Aileen and sometimes her sister Suzanne every Tuesday nite

(been doing this for over a year now)

and it's really helped me transition into retirement.

She keeps me abreast of all the happenings at the school and updates on the students.

But back to Yusuf.

I taught him in the 7th and 8th grade (Art Wheel and Beginning 3-D Art),

and he left a lasting impression on me.

So much so that when Aileen told me she was working with him this year I exclaimed,

"OMG, I love Yusuf!"

Turns out she does too.

When she passed on my message to him this week,

 he told her he couldn't believe I remembered him. 

The kids are funny, 

they so don't get what a wonderful, lasting impression they leave on your heart.  

Even the talkative ones, right Yusuf!  

Ha ha

So Yusuf,

this post is for you!

I'm pretty sure you are starting your Junior year at Whitney

and I couldn't be prouder of you.

What I remember the most about you is your sweet, positive attitude

and your hard-working effort that you put into your art pieces.

And how you encouraged your classmates to do their best,

and freely gave them compliments when they did.

You encouraged and inspired,

can't wait to see where those characteristics will take you.  

Keep in touch young man!

Sending you a big virtual hug!

xoxoxo