Cheryl

I was visited in the classroom today by Cheryl, a former student, and her friend. Cheryl brought me some bones she had found to use with my Anatomy kids.

In my life as a teacher there are a few bright spots and Cheryl is one of these. I have been fortunate to share several years of her life, watching her grow from a bubbly, energetic Biology student to a curious Anatomy student, to a bright, helpful student intern, and now to a beautiful and intelligent college student. Knowing that I had a small part in helping her grow is what being a teacher is all about. I am so very proud of Cheryl and am always delighted when she comes back to say hello and update me on her current life. I don't know what course Cheryl's life will take but I'm certain that whatever path she chooses, the world will be a better place for her humor, her curiosity, and her boundless enthusiasm for life. I hope she lives life so that at the end of it she looks back and has no major regrets. Above all, I hope she is happy.