Miss You, Miss



Age was never a factor between us,
Our love for English brought us together,
And we stayed that way, until recently...
Others named us "Laurel and Hardy"
And we laughed it away,
Those days we spent evaluating papers,
Talking of this, that and everything in between,
Can never be forgotten...

You are a shining star, confident and glowing,
My role model of how a teacher should be,
You cleared away all my silly doubts,
And I learnt so much from you...
We helped each other whenever possible
And that's what friends are for...

We spent precious moments together,
Editing our school magazine,
Preparing for Annual Day,
Leading the students,
And now all that remains are the memories...

I still remember you in my prayers,
Be happy wherever you are,
Spread light wherever you go,
Live long as a teacher and guide,
May your children grow up to be great!
I wish you all the best, Miss...

But most of all, I miss you!


09.24.2021

For Regina McIntosh's "A Lovely Memory" contest
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Kauffman Avatar
September 29, 2021 at 10:20 AM
So many tender memories of teacher and mentor, Jo! My teacher, mentor, friend just passed away and I miss her so. I am so thankful for this amazing woman and the way God nudged me to call her before she left us! Blessings!
Seeker Avatar
September 27, 2021 at 8:11 PM
Amazing tribute to your teacher, Jo! So happy to have come across this
Alex Avatar
September 26, 2021 at 9:59 PM
A heartfelt wishing and generous prayer for the one loved. The title is very attractive as well. Congratulations!
Allison Avatar
September 26, 2021 at 12:51 PM
what a wonderful tribute Jo, it would be so wonderful if you could trace them and give them a copy, many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
Dietrich Avatar
September 26, 2021 at 10:01 AM
wow, what an amazing tribute to a teacher!! You were a peer of this awesome person? Congrats on your well deserved win.
Daniel Avatar
September 26, 2021 at 10:36 PM
Yep, she was my colleague:)
Balasubramanian Avatar
September 26, 2021 at 7:45 AM
Congratulations on your win. Well deserved!
Mcintosh Avatar
September 26, 2021 at 7:38 AM
I love this so. So special. God bless you always, sweet friend. Congrats and Love to you, Gina
Gauthier Avatar
September 25, 2021 at 8:19 AM
Beautiful tribute ~
Y. Avatar
September 25, 2021 at 12:35 AM
Wow! Jo, What a touching and moving tribute to your friend. I think teachers are amazing. They don't get the credit they deserve. Thanks for sharing such a memory. Best wishes in the contest:-) Alexis
Green Avatar
September 24, 2021 at 1:30 PM
That was beautiful and heart touching Jo. I sometimes wonder if teachers truly know how much they are appreciated by students and other teachers alike and are never forgotten. Best wishes in the contest
Balasubramanian Avatar
September 24, 2021 at 9:03 AM
So you are an English teacher. It reflects on your poems. You write very well, without errors.
Scragg Avatar
September 24, 2021 at 8:55 AM
Awe this is such a beautiful tribute to your teacher. The great ones really do make the difference. :-D
Rodrigues Avatar
September 24, 2021 at 6:18 AM
Jo, this is a winner! What a wonderful tribute! When work friends part, they may not stay in contact, nonetheless the time together is sweet!
Daniel Avatar
September 24, 2021 at 7:45 AM
You are so right, Kim:)
Balasubramanian Avatar
September 24, 2021 at 5:14 AM
Was she your friend or teacher? Lovely tribute to her. An heartfelt write. Enjoyed reading.
Daniel Avatar
September 24, 2021 at 7:19 AM
She is my friend, Rama:)
Cunningham Avatar
September 24, 2021 at 3:27 AM
Happy memories Jo, you were so lucky to have such a lovely teacher. Tom
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