As I was cleaning out the other day, I found my box of middle school teaching stuff. I pulled out a yearbook and sat on the floor literally tearing up as I read sweet, funny, a few awkward, and very thoughtful messages from former students. Your kind message was in that yearbook, from sixth grade! Such beautiful memories of working with you and your friends in math class. I’m a better person after having you in class, seeing your smile through your eyes, watching you giggle with friends, and seeing you handle situations that would arise with such grace. I will always keep your family and friends in my heart and my prayers. Thank you for being such a special part of my teaching career.