I would like to take a minute and say thank you to all the teachers out there. Without teachers none of us would be where we are in life. I was fortunate and had some of the best teachers in the business starting from first grade and continuing until I walked across the stage to receive my Juris Doctor. Being taught by that special teacher can make a huge difference in a child’s life. This past June I returned to my childhood home and did a book signing. I was moved to see so many of my former teachers show up for the book signing. Diane Hager my second grade teacher and Joe Hager, my elementary school principal were two of the first people to arrive at the signing. Needless to say, I was floored. They were just like I remembered them from my elementary days, cheerful and encouraging. The day got even better when Linda and Sam Melloy walked through the door. Linda was one of my favorite middle school teachers and she married my favorite honors English teacher. Seeing these two brought tears to my eyes. There were so many times over the years that I wanted to thank Mr. Melloy but I never made the time to do it. I had two outstanding English teachers in high school, Sam Melloy and Ivy Hawkins. Both were tough teachers who expected their students to put forth maximum effort. From these two great instructors I developed of love of language and an appreciation of literature.
There were two additional teachers who had a huge influence on me during my formative years. Although I haven’t seen either one of them since I graduated from high school, I think of them often. There is no doubt that my work ethic came from my years in band. Paul Davis and Bruce Soderstom were amazing teachers but they expected no less than one hundred and ten percent. In band I learned the true meaning of hard work and camaraderie. My friends and I survived the arduous band camp weeks that took place during the brutally hot Kentucky summers. Although I never pursued music as a career, I still have a great love and appreciation of music. I play guitar during my down time for relaxation and enjoyment.
To all the teachers and former teachers, I would like to say thank you. You spend years teaching, encouraging, and sometimes even saving children not expecting a thank you. You have no idea how many lives you have touched and changed by going to work every day. You are true heroes, so thank you. I’ve posted some fun photos of a few of my favorite teachers from over the years. I hope they don’t hunt me down for sharing! A special thank you for the lovely teachers who came out to support me at my book signing: Diane Hager, Joe Hager, Linda Melloy, and Sam Melloy.
There were two additional teachers who had a huge influence on me during my formative years. Although I haven’t seen either one of them since I graduated from high school, I think of them often. There is no doubt that my work ethic came from my years in band. Paul Davis and Bruce Soderstom were amazing teachers but they expected no less than one hundred and ten percent. In band I learned the true meaning of hard work and camaraderie. My friends and I survived the arduous band camp weeks that took place during the brutally hot Kentucky summers. Although I never pursued music as a career, I still have a great love and appreciation of music. I play guitar during my down time for relaxation and enjoyment.
To all the teachers and former teachers, I would like to say thank you. You spend years teaching, encouraging, and sometimes even saving children not expecting a thank you. You have no idea how many lives you have touched and changed by going to work every day. You are true heroes, so thank you. I’ve posted some fun photos of a few of my favorite teachers from over the years. I hope they don’t hunt me down for sharing! A special thank you for the lovely teachers who came out to support me at my book signing: Diane Hager, Joe Hager, Linda Melloy, and Sam Melloy.
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