My daughter brought home a pretty red envelope from school. Imagine my surprise and delight at seeing a stack of thank you notes from school children (Grades 5-8). I did a little writing workshop for them the day before. Never before have I received such heartfelt appreciation from the students. My heart is full. Grateful. They especially loved the quote from Patti Gauch: A writer's heart must beat. A reader's heart must hear it. I can hear some of their hearts on the page.
In this day of texts and e-mails its so extremely encouraging to see students still writing in long hand. Kudos to the students and kudos to their teacher. Blessings, Lisa
In this day of texts and e-mails its so extremely encouraging to see students still writing in long hand. Kudos to the students and kudos to their teacher. Blessings, Lisa
Thank you all for stopping by to share my joy. Yes, isn't it wonderful to see such penmanship. All credit goes to this *old-fashioned* school with dedicated teachers. They are wonderful.
Thank you, ladies. Yes, Patti Gauch left a deep impression on me. Much of her advice lingers ... and it's great to share it. And these kids were fabulous, and many asked if I'll come back to do another workshop. You bet!
My daughter brought home a pretty red envelope from school. Imagine my surprise and delight at seeing a stack of thank you notes from school children (Grades 5-8). I did a little writing workshop for them the day before. Never before have I received such heartfelt appreciation from the students. My heart is full. Grateful. They especially loved the quote from Patti Gauch: A writer's heart must beat. A reader's heart must hear it. I can hear some of their hearts on the page.
And in such beautiful penmanship!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely sheaf of notes to treasure.
I would be tempted to make a collage and frame it, as a reminder of why we do what we do, and *who we do it for*.
ReplyDeleteLovely, Viajya.
In this day of texts and e-mails its so extremely encouraging to see students still writing in long hand. Kudos to the students and kudos to their teacher.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Lisa
In this day of texts and e-mails its so extremely encouraging to see students still writing in long hand. Kudos to the students and kudos to their teacher.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Lisa
That's wonderful! I'm glad you were able to do the workshop for them, and help them love to write!
ReplyDeleteWow, Vijaya, thanks for sharing this! You've warmed ALL our hearts today.
ReplyDeletePeace, Paula
That is fabulous Vijaya! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThose are precious!
ReplyDeleteVijaya,
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful "thank you."
Linda A.
Thank you all for stopping by to share my joy. Yes, isn't it wonderful to see such penmanship. All credit goes to this *old-fashioned* school with dedicated teachers. They are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteOh, so gorgeous! Patti Gauch has the best quotes, doesn't she?
ReplyDeleteWhat a great honor! You are an inspiration, Vijaya
ReplyDeleteGlad you had such a positive experience. There's nothing like teaching students who "get it" to make you want to write and teach more!!
ReplyDeleteChildren are the best critics... unbiased and truthful. Tribute indeed, Vijaya! I'm so proud and happy for you.
ReplyDeleteThank you, ladies. Yes, Patti Gauch left a deep impression on me. Much of her advice lingers ... and it's great to share it. And these kids were fabulous, and many asked if I'll come back to do another workshop. You bet!
ReplyDeletewow. That is so sweet. I've always thought how special a handwritten note is. Especially these days.
ReplyDeleteAnd drawings! Purty fla'ars! Thanks for sharing, Vijaya!
ReplyDeleteAs much as I love the speed of email, nothing beats a handwritten note. The drawings are extra-special.
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