Lazarus
A child learns and so do I20 total reviews
Comment from Aussie
Good luck in the Share Your Story contest. I loved this little story from your life. I didn't start to read books until I was 37 ( critically injured in a traffic accident - flat on my back, bored with TV.) So glad I did. My dad said to me, "you can travel the world in books." Now, I don't know what I would do with out a book or two. Thanks for sharing a touching story.
reply by the author on 02-Jun-2020
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Good luck in the Share Your Story contest. I loved this little story from your life. I didn't start to read books until I was 37 ( critically injured in a traffic accident - flat on my back, bored with TV.) So glad I did. My dad said to me, "you can travel the world in books." Now, I don't know what I would do with out a book or two. Thanks for sharing a touching story.
Comment Written 02-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 02-Jun-2020
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Thank you so much
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Well, he associated reading with being told to do something he couldn't or wouldn't. However, I believe he knew the basics and needed someone to take interest in him not what he could or couldn't do. I enjoyed your contest entry. You did a good job with e prompt. Thanks for sharing and best wishes.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Well, he associated reading with being told to do something he couldn't or wouldn't. However, I believe he knew the basics and needed someone to take interest in him not what he could or couldn't do. I enjoyed your contest entry. You did a good job with e prompt. Thanks for sharing and best wishes.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 01-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Thank you, Jan
Comment from Jacob David Collins
I really enjoyed reading this story. Teachers must teach hundreds of children in their careers, I often wonder if they remember everyone they've taught, or if it's a small number that stand out in their mind. Lazarus sounds like a really special kid, it was great to read how you bonded with him over that summer and how he eventually grew to love reading. A really well written piece. Good luck in the contest!
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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I really enjoyed reading this story. Teachers must teach hundreds of children in their careers, I often wonder if they remember everyone they've taught, or if it's a small number that stand out in their mind. Lazarus sounds like a really special kid, it was great to read how you bonded with him over that summer and how he eventually grew to love reading. A really well written piece. Good luck in the contest!
Comment Written 01-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Thank you so much for your kind review
Comment from humpwhistle
An excellent piece, Mary. Lazarus comes off as entirely real . . . as do you.
Your concern for the boy, and your dedication to your profession shine through. Your writing is assured, and this memory-telling is well-paced and tightly focused.
Kids like Lazarus often fall through the cracks. But you didn't let that happen.
Best of luck in the competition.
Peace, Lee
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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An excellent piece, Mary. Lazarus comes off as entirely real . . . as do you.
Your concern for the boy, and your dedication to your profession shine through. Your writing is assured, and this memory-telling is well-paced and tightly focused.
Kids like Lazarus often fall through the cracks. But you didn't let that happen.
Best of luck in the competition.
Peace, Lee
Comment Written 01-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Thank you for the kind words, Lee
Comment from zanya
Let's hear it for teachers everywhere and the job they do silently, quietly - eventually or occasionally experiencing what I may call a 'Lazarus' moment like the one so expertly described here - who knows indeed the reason for the metamorphosis? - I expect a lot of tender loving care was also in the mix ! thanks for sharing this raison d'etre of the teaching profession
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Let's hear it for teachers everywhere and the job they do silently, quietly - eventually or occasionally experiencing what I may call a 'Lazarus' moment like the one so expertly described here - who knows indeed the reason for the metamorphosis? - I expect a lot of tender loving care was also in the mix ! thanks for sharing this raison d'etre of the teaching profession
Comment Written 01-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Thank you so much. I like your phrase - Lazarus moment.
Comment from pome lover
what a wonderful story. And realistically told, especially as you, the teacher, after all your efforts, including the book you gave him, still weren't sure exactly which combination of things enabled Lasarus to read.
BUT, you did it, one way or another!
Also, did you draw the picture? very good.
pome lover
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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what a wonderful story. And realistically told, especially as you, the teacher, after all your efforts, including the book you gave him, still weren't sure exactly which combination of things enabled Lasarus to read.
BUT, you did it, one way or another!
Also, did you draw the picture? very good.
pome lover
Comment Written 01-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Thank you pome lover. Yes, I drew the picture. It doesn't do Lazarus justice.
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well, it's a darling picture - you're a good artist.
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Thanks again.
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Thanks again.
Comment from amada
I absollutgely loved this story. There are so many bright children out there...they need just someone to look at their side for a while. Geniuses in disguise. I hope you find him again...Let us know...
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reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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I absollutgely loved this story. There are so many bright children out there...they need just someone to look at their side for a while. Geniuses in disguise. I hope you find him again...Let us know...
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Comment Written 01-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Thank you. I've looked and looked, but I can't find him. I often wonder what he's doing in life.
Comment from CandySoda777
The way you described him was very nice, I have a good visual of what he would be like. It was short and sweet, with a nice metaphor to top it all off! :)
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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The way you described him was very nice, I have a good visual of what he would be like. It was short and sweet, with a nice metaphor to top it all off! :)
Comment Written 01-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Thank you so much.
Comment from Moon baby
This was a touching story and showed the dedication teachers give to their students. That boy will always remember you as a special teacher who took the time to truly take a sincere interest in him. Your encouragement opened his mind rather than shut it down. Every child has their own way to learn and by letting him find his own way opened the doors for him to excel. That was a heartwarming story and memory I'm sure you will never forget! Hats off to teachers and all of their hard work!
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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This was a touching story and showed the dedication teachers give to their students. That boy will always remember you as a special teacher who took the time to truly take a sincere interest in him. Your encouragement opened his mind rather than shut it down. Every child has their own way to learn and by letting him find his own way opened the doors for him to excel. That was a heartwarming story and memory I'm sure you will never forget! Hats off to teachers and all of their hard work!
Comment Written 01-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Thank you so much. I second the hats-off.
Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux
Bless your heart. What happened was that you didn't give up on him and it fueled and ignited hope. He could read all along. He didn't believe in himself until you caused him to believe. I think that it was probably subconscious at first and then manifested for all to see. Thanks for sharing this inspirational and well written work. Well done!
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reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Bless your heart. What happened was that you didn't give up on him and it fueled and ignited hope. He could read all along. He didn't believe in himself until you caused him to believe. I think that it was probably subconscious at first and then manifested for all to see. Thanks for sharing this inspirational and well written work. Well done!
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Comment Written 01-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2020
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Thank you so much, Jeffrey. I appreciate your kind analysis.