Calling all guestbloggers....

So an old friend was kind enough to volunteer writing on my blog.  I am so grateful for her willingness to be associated with me & honored that she chose to do so.  Coincidentally, I have recently watched 'Waiting for Superman' and have been writing & re-writing a post about my feelings towards it & the profession that I have been in my entire adult life.  Alice's post is so very timely for me & has made me realize the HUGE impact educators have on us all.  Thank you, so very much, Alice!!!

This one is for Kell, first let me say, thank you for allowing me to visit Zazoosworld.  I love to travel and this is as good a place as any to go, even better than others some might say.  I’ve been thinking what could I say that would fit into such a fine place, then it came to me.  How you ask?  This is the one thing that Kelly commented on while visiting http://www. alicebentonsblog.blogspot.com  – a teacher, albeit, a different one. 

Favorite Teachers

Most people have a favorite teacher and honestly I could name many that have served me well.  I have been blessed enough to have had good teachers from grade school all the way through college. 

When I really sit down and think about which teacher in high school not only expanded my knowledge, but also widened my perception, it would have to be Mr. Chimenti.

Mr. Chimenti was my music teacher in high school.  His love of song was contagious.  Yes, of course he mentioned lots of groups that the typical teenager didn’t want to hear about, but his passion for it made you pay attention.

The class was introduced to all forms of music ranging from Opera to Beatles.  Mr. Chimenti made me want to sing and learn more.  His multi-faceted lessons fostered an open mindedness towards classic music and a love of the opera.  His class enhanced my current life by adding culture to it. 

Real teachers make you feel confident while relating to their subject matter.  They also add substance and greatness to your life.  Kudos to Mr. Chimenti, as well as all of the other great teachers!