Wednesday, April 29, 2009

You Inspire Me

Thank you, thank you, thank you for tonight's class and for your meaningful reflections on how you've changed as writers and as teachers this semester. Hearing your words tonight, about your new convictions, your new self-discoveries, and your new energy for teaching, was priceless to me. This has been a trying academic year, and being in that classroom with you folks tonight was my reward for making it to the end. I am so proud of you and of us--something real happened in our class, and it is so powerful to be able to name the thing/s that happened, just as we did tonight. 

I'll leave you, for now, with some powerful words from one of my favorite authors, words to propel you into these summer months ahead:

"From now on, I hope always to stay alert and educate myself the best I can. But lacking this, in the future, I will relaxedly turn back to my secret mind to see what it has observed when I thought I was sitting this one out. We never sit anything out. We are cups, constantly and quietly being filled. The trick is knowing how to tip ourselves over and let the beautiful stuff run out."--Ray Bradbury

Be well, Writers, and have a wonderful summer. 
Peace.
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3 comments:

  1. TracyApril 30, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    Thanks for the last word, Dr. Cook. I love the Bradbury quote. It is SO true!! I know I've said this before, but I learned more in your class (and had more fun doing it) than I have in any other education class. I am so excited to become a teacher. Have a relaxing summer. See you in practicum.

    For any class members who don't already have my email, its tracywaring@gmail.com

    Thanks everyone for such a fun class!! have a great summer!!!

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  2. ChrisMay 1, 2009 at 2:04 AM

    Yes indeed. Thank you, Dr. Cook! Great quote. And yes, I hope you all have a great summer as well!

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  3. ashleeMay 1, 2009 at 3:25 PM

    I loved our class. Without a doubt I think our class has helped form some kick ass teachers! Thanks again for a great semester Dr. Cook. Have a great summer everyone!

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