The seniors in sixth period finished their Digital Photography exam. And after homeroom, the seniors were allowed to go home.
One of the young women in the class and my homeroom, handed me this two tone metal dog pin and said, “Here Ms. Hendricks. This is for you.”
I was so surprised. She’d made it in Jewelry Class.
I took the highly polished pin and pinned it on my shirt collar, fastening the safety clasp, thanked her and told her how lovely it was…. but then as I thought about it, I asked her if maybe she should give it to someone in her family, it was so beautiful.
She said, “No, I want you to have it.”
My first year teaching high school is coming to a close. I’m touched when asked to sign a yearbook. They want me to bring my camera to graduation on Saturday.
I’ve learned a lot.
Thank you Jaquea. (p.s. It is really difficult to photograph highly polished metal)
She obviously appreciated your work. How nice 🙂
it doesn’t get any cooler than that
Terry
What a beautiful gift, Ruth! And then to be asked to bring your camera to graduation. How rewarding! I’m happy for you.
We all remember for our lifetime those truly special teachers who sparked something in us and a connection is made. I’m guessing YOU are one of those!! Beautiful!
That’s because you are awesome, amazing and inspiring! I miss you!!!
There are times we don’t realize the influence we have on the lives of others. She gave you a gift from the heart.
What a beautiful and thoughtful gift!
A BEAUTIFUL GIFT! Special teachers are remembered forever.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
Your pupils are blessed to have you. What a lovely gesture. The brooch is lovely. 🙂
Touching. I’m proud of you, Ma.
What a lovely and special gift! Sounds like you’ve had a rewarding year!! 🙂
Teaching and reaching children, touching lives, changing the world. Thanks for that Ruth.
That made me a bit teary. Wear that beautiful jewelry proudly! She is wise and so talented !
What a lovely keepsake, Ruth. 🙂
That was nice