tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post6880887159227085117..comments2024-03-26T09:20:29.620-06:00Comments on TeacherDance: A Poem, A Photo, A List - My LifeLinda Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-76719851834927411762013-09-30T19:14:03.892-06:002013-09-30T19:14:03.892-06:00I'm thankful you have colleagues who've be...I'm thankful you have colleagues who've been patient and understanding as you cope with this transition. You deserve that, Linda.<br /><br />Looking forward to meeting you in person at NCTE. That reminds me, I have to organize a Slicer get together!Stacey Shubitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17903206728640184043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-12537151252997242672013-09-25T08:30:29.707-06:002013-09-25T08:30:29.707-06:00Thank you Irene-I hope we'll meet someday too!...Thank you Irene-I hope we'll meet someday too! A friend just wrote that she went to the National Book Festival, but didn't see you! I am really looking forward to the retreat, a little nervous too!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-44955248553373621002013-09-25T07:52:54.596-06:002013-09-25T07:52:54.596-06:00Dear Linda, thank you for sharing these moments. I...Dear Linda, thank you for sharing these moments. I'm excited about what you have forthcoming... I know you will enjoy and flourish at the Highlights retreat! Wish I was going to NCTE. Sigh. Someday I WILL meet you! xoIrene Lathamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04905936104127707762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-1276270613845819982013-09-25T07:10:01.394-06:002013-09-25T07:10:01.394-06:00Thanks Ramona-I remember, too, & I will share ...Thanks Ramona-I remember, too, & I will share with Tara. I send her writing to my colleagues often! Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-1420305856841567472013-09-25T07:04:55.254-06:002013-09-25T07:04:55.254-06:00Linda, I love the contemplative nature of this pos...Linda, I love the contemplative nature of this post. A poetry workshop and rooming with Tara at the NCTE! So much fun on your horizon. I fondly remember our walk outside at the All Write conference and the wonderful chat we shared. Please tell Tara hello. Her blog is one of my best places for classroom inspiration and learning.Ramonahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15929914252480696798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-40685913193727401822013-09-24T20:15:10.691-06:002013-09-24T20:15:10.691-06:00I hope to see you again, too, Katherine, & wor...I hope to see you again, too, Katherine, & work out how we're going to do more writing, right? It will be a whirlwind there I suspect! Thanks for the kind words!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-1483072359565494462013-09-24T20:13:57.723-06:002013-09-24T20:13:57.723-06:00Thanks Christy-your words warm me up! I really do...Thanks Christy-your words warm me up! I really do need to stop just writing and begin sending the words further into the world. Scary! Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-26236955128006900462013-09-24T20:11:32.063-06:002013-09-24T20:11:32.063-06:00Linda, what a beautiful slice. I love the poem at ...Linda, what a beautiful slice. I love the poem at the start, the photo of the bricks, and the overall message. I love that you weave this positive message of hope through every thing you do. Thanks and hope to meet up at NCTE.Katherine Sokolowskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01613122879321312187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-71726110587352010002013-09-24T20:05:07.138-06:002013-09-24T20:05:07.138-06:00This slice is woven together as if by invisible th...This slice is woven together as if by invisible threads of thought, of heart. It is reflective of what you do best: hold onto the past, while living in the moment, and reaching towards the future. Beautifully crafted. I am excited by your serious energy towards writing and the prospect of that poetry workshop. Your poetry is stunning.Christy Rush-Levinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15581876400990779210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-86679477369131722492013-09-24T19:48:13.599-06:002013-09-24T19:48:13.599-06:00I do try to Robin. I think much of my attitude co...I do try to Robin. I think much of my attitude comes from my grandparents, then parents, and then Arvie too. He was just such a happy & upbeat man. Life is indeed too short to not be happy about it! Thanks!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-4516917253840339182013-09-24T19:46:41.841-06:002013-09-24T19:46:41.841-06:00Thanks Elsie, I am really looking forward to it! ...Thanks Elsie, I am really looking forward to it! Just wandered through your beautiful post-Autumn is a wonderful season! Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-19020421421202597672013-09-24T19:45:25.464-06:002013-09-24T19:45:25.464-06:00Thanks Jennifer-I love the wishes!Thanks Jennifer-I love the wishes!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-54844930003636883032013-09-24T19:36:32.803-06:002013-09-24T19:36:32.803-06:00It doesn't seem to matter what you are writing...It doesn't seem to matter what you are writing about, the saddest of sad or the happiest of happy, your positive attitude, your ability to reflect on the past and look toward the future is amazing. You always seem to find and let the bright side shine through. Robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01132042235993262800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-76229929347878593752013-09-24T19:33:02.089-06:002013-09-24T19:33:02.089-06:00What a wonderful time you will have in Boston. I w...What a wonderful time you will have in Boston. I wish I were able to go too. You have much to reflect on from the past and so many more adventures ahead of you. I'm glad I get to peek into your life.elsiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01348895330633879894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-66867860009697916712013-09-24T19:26:58.655-06:002013-09-24T19:26:58.655-06:00I loved the poem at the beginning coupled with the...I loved the poem at the beginning coupled with the looking back / moving forward format: very neat, Linda! Your summer and fall have been full of many wonderful moments, and I hope that many more await you soon!JenniferMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09603450967368808356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-84357893151019729212013-09-24T19:08:07.319-06:002013-09-24T19:08:07.319-06:00Denver, and the Rockies, are good places to visit,...Denver, and the Rockies, are good places to visit, Tammy! Any time, any time! And I drink tea too!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-54138768730708410052013-09-24T19:07:10.101-06:002013-09-24T19:07:10.101-06:00Thanks Leigh Anne-I will remember your good advice...Thanks Leigh Anne-I will remember your good advice! I love the metaphor!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-84229242737250371132013-09-24T18:57:22.202-06:002013-09-24T18:57:22.202-06:00Some how ,some way, I am going to be added to your...Some how ,some way, I am going to be added to your list Linda! Even I have to drive to Denver and drink that yucky coffee you love!! You are going to do (even more) amazing things! As always you continue to inspire. Tammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14033713836621074476noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-65287709481318946142013-09-24T17:55:23.595-06:002013-09-24T17:55:23.595-06:00Moving on is not always easy, but memories are alw...Moving on is not always easy, but memories are always there to look back at. From reading your past posts, you have many good ones in your memory bank. I am sure you will have many more "deposits" in your future, but don't be afraid to make a "withdrawal." Good luck with your writing endeavors! I am so envious, but I am such a beginner and know I have much to learn from you and others.Leigh Anne Eckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558611848583070310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-70420111747023510172013-09-24T17:23:32.738-06:002013-09-24T17:23:32.738-06:00Thank you Lee Ann-maybe a large group get together...Thank you Lee Ann-maybe a large group get together? I have to start looking at the program now, but first, the poetry! I'm getting a little nervous, although still so excited! Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-10169562440461335552013-09-24T15:53:45.094-06:002013-09-24T15:53:45.094-06:00My heart gets heavy for you. So much "not eas...My heart gets heavy for you. So much "not easy" on the path you are walking--lots to trip over and get lost in. I love the brick path and the light you share with us. It gives me hope for the tough stuff ahead. I can't wait to hear about the Highlight's foundation workshop--it is one I'd love to attend. I will be at NCTE too. Maybe we arrange a meet up? Though I imagine you will have a full dance card, coffee or lunch or a little visit would be lovely. How fun that you will room with Tara. Lee Ann Spillanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04650009312001849617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-89073166912461748432013-09-24T15:09:09.757-06:002013-09-24T15:09:09.757-06:00Thank you Tracy. Lovely to hear from you here!Thank you Tracy. Lovely to hear from you here!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-9515413178640826402013-09-24T14:58:54.856-06:002013-09-24T14:58:54.856-06:00What a role model you are as you spread your gift...What a role model you are as you spread your gifts to so many! May the NCTE be fulfilling as you fill us all.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13873374293793533427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-64776167309966791942013-09-24T14:34:50.761-06:002013-09-24T14:34:50.761-06:00You are welcome. It is special to know about this...You are welcome. It is special to know about this circle of friends I think. I know, for instance, you've said goodbye to your wonderful lake, starting a new group of students, but this year trying the flipping. Fun to know & to continue to hear about! Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-319624163132382197.post-46112244533891925202013-09-24T14:33:09.607-06:002013-09-24T14:33:09.607-06:00Thanks Tara-It is important, to me anyway, that we...Thanks Tara-It is important, to me anyway, that we grab the opportunities and go with them, every time we can. I'm excited too-will try to look at the catalog before I go Sunday! Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.com