Ruminations from a Winding Career
Viewing comments for Chapter 1 "Almost Lost It All"Thoughts from almost 50 years
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Comment from Lyn Peters
Thank you for sharing this story. It sounds like you worked hard to earn your teaching degree and It was good to know that an unfortunate illness did not stand in the way of the future you had planned for yourself. Your bio says you are retired from teaching...hopefully you enjoyed your career in the classroom. Teachers are frequently unsung heroes so, please allow me to thank you for your work.
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2021
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Thank you for sharing this story. It sounds like you worked hard to earn your teaching degree and It was good to know that an unfortunate illness did not stand in the way of the future you had planned for yourself. Your bio says you are retired from teaching...hopefully you enjoyed your career in the classroom. Teachers are frequently unsung heroes so, please allow me to thank you for your work.
Comment Written 21-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2021
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Lyn, I am retired from full-time teaching but still work 29 hours a week part-time as an Algebra 1 Coach. Rdfrdmom2
Comment from Anne Johnston
A great story of how a person can be encouraged by the words of another who believes in them. So glad you persevered and that this worked out for you. Well written.
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2021
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A great story of how a person can be encouraged by the words of another who believes in them. So glad you persevered and that this worked out for you. Well written.
Comment Written 20-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2021
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Thanks so much, Anne. Rdfrdmom2
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You are very welcome
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
That was a stroke of luck! You must have impressed him for him to say you were worth waiting for. So what your adviser told you wasn't true for you. Did you ever see him/her again? Good for you. :)) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2021
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That was a stroke of luck! You must have impressed him for him to say you were worth waiting for. So what your adviser told you wasn't true for you. Did you ever see him/her again? Good for you. :)) Sandra xx
Comment Written 19-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2021
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Yes, I was on campus a few years later and told Gary I had been successful. He gave me a huge hug and congratulated me. It was a great moment. Rdfrdmom2
Comment from kmoss
Sometimes all it takes is one person believing in us to help push us toward accomplishing our goals. I enjoyed this true flashback of gratitude. One typo needs corrected: ()at the high school from which I graduated)
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2021
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Sometimes all it takes is one person believing in us to help push us toward accomplishing our goals. I enjoyed this true flashback of gratitude. One typo needs corrected: ()at the high school from which I graduated)
Comment Written 18-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2021
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Thanks, kmoss. I will go back and fix that.
Rdfrdmom2
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
Kudos to you and to the man who bothered to peek out of the box. Deligthful story--Heartwarming, uplfiting, skillfully written!
sugg: these turns-of-event=>the turn of events (no hyphens)
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I signed a contract to teach mathematics at the high school (from which I graduated) during Spring Break of my senior year at Longwood, contingent, of course, of my successful graduation in August 1972.
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2021
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Kudos to you and to the man who bothered to peek out of the box. Deligthful story--Heartwarming, uplfiting, skillfully written!
sugg: these turns-of-event=>the turn of events (no hyphens)
sugg parentheses (as inserted below) for clarity, or rearrange clauses.
I signed a contract to teach mathematics at the high school (from which I graduated) during Spring Break of my senior year at Longwood, contingent, of course, of my successful graduation in August 1972.
Comment Written 18-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2021
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Elizabeth: I really appreciate your suggestions. I will go back and make those changes. Thanks. Rdfrdmom2
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Great things come to those who persevere, right? You did a great job telling of how you graduated without student teaching. I've never heard of anyone doing that, but maybe because the ones I knew went the normal way. Congratulations on a job well done. Your story is told with great feeling and imagery.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2021
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Great things come to those who persevere, right? You did a great job telling of how you graduated without student teaching. I've never heard of anyone doing that, but maybe because the ones I knew went the normal way. Congratulations on a job well done. Your story is told with great feeling and imagery.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
Comment Written 17-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2021
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Thanks, Jan. Rdfrdmom2 (Jan)
Comment from Wendy G
Good for you, overcoming difficulties with your positive attitude and perseverance, and knowing your calling. You have written your experiences in a clear and straightforward way. Well done.
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2021
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Good for you, overcoming difficulties with your positive attitude and perseverance, and knowing your calling. You have written your experiences in a clear and straightforward way. Well done.
Comment Written 17-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2021
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Thanks, Wendy. Rdfrdmom2
Comment from lyenochka
So glad that you had the confidence to make the right decision and that the HR coordinator believed in you and held the position for you. I'm glad you documented this and wonder who you are writing for? Do you plan to publish it or is it for your family?
I felt there were a few places you could have written dialogues like your conversation with the HR Coordinator and with the advisor.
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2021
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So glad that you had the confidence to make the right decision and that the HR coordinator believed in you and held the position for you. I'm glad you documented this and wonder who you are writing for? Do you plan to publish it or is it for your family?
I felt there were a few places you could have written dialogues like your conversation with the HR Coordinator and with the advisor.
Comment Written 17-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2021
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lyenochka: Right now I am writing it just to get my thoughts down for my daughter (who is a superb teacher) and my granddaughter. If I decide to do more with it, I will likely try to flesh it out more. Thanks for the review. Rdfrdmom2
Comment from robyn corum
R,
It's always an amazing advantage to have folks who believe in and support you. Somehow, it gives us the courage and confidence to attack things we might never have even considered. *smile* Nicely done. Congrats!
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2021
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R,
It's always an amazing advantage to have folks who believe in and support you. Somehow, it gives us the courage and confidence to attack things we might never have even considered. *smile* Nicely done. Congrats!
Comment Written 17-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2021
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Thanks so much, robyn. Rdfrdmom2
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written heartfelt story about when your desired plans did not worked out as it was planned. With determination we can find an alternative way and still reach our goal.
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reply by the author on 17-Jan-2021
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A very well-written heartfelt story about when your desired plans did not worked out as it was planned. With determination we can find an alternative way and still reach our goal.
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Comment Written 17-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2021
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Thanks, Sandra. I couldn't see myself staying on the farm the rest of my life. Rdfrdmom2
