i love teachers. there’s no question in my mind about that. perhaps, i get to have this sentiment because i was lucky enough to have a few of the greatest teachers that graced our wanting education system.
well, it’s been 7 years <to be exact, april 26, 2000> since i graduated from college. in between graduation day and now, i often think about honoring my teachers. however, for one reason or another, i haven’t done it so. in fact, instead of honoring them, i think i’ve dishonored one of them. i didn’t keep the promise that i told her i would do. well, i exactly didn’t promise to her in person, my promise was written on one of the many reports that i’ve submitted to her back in sophomore year.
in any case, i saw the post card that my teacher sent me in response to the report that i made. below is the text of what she wrote:
Louvette Dear,
Well, you said it right - you have to live your life to the fullest. How do you do this? Just let go. Enjoy your life. Go out with your friends. Let them know that Louvette is present!!! Let them experience the joy of being with Louvette. There is so much to do, feel, see and experience. Go out and have fun.
Experience life.
Taste it!
Smell it!
Live it!
Like you said - you only live once - why not live it to the MAXXX!!!
Good Luck,
Ms. E. Lee
i kept the postcard with me because it’s one tangible reminder that there are teachers that care. that i have a teacher who cares about me enough to waste a few ink. i have it with me because i appreciate it so much. i appreciate her so much.
