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[zinniazayda]

I just got a phenomenal letter from a former teacher of mine (actually my speech and debate coach, since I was homeschooled by the time I met her... let me assure you I was terrible at speech and debate, mostly because I was so shy and neurotic at that age, but she was always patient and encouraging). Her passion for teaching is so strong, even in

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[sandokai]

Wow, great letter!

I think she's right about it having to be a calling if you're going to do it well. Even if it's a calling some people crash and burn in the crazy system. I couldn't take it taking over my whole life, but I'm glad there are people like her (you?) who can...

[idealforcolors]

Oh man, I thought, "what a lovely letter," and then the last sentence made ME tear up. It's wonderful that you can still be in touch with such mentor figures.

[jwitchbaby]

Wow, that's really sweet.