Tribute To Doctor Jean Peterson

I had quit the counseling program; I was no longer excited. One year of graduate school was enough; I was done. Then you telephoned me to see what had gone wrong. I could not trust you; you were a voice on a phone. You offered to drive an hour to where I was and take me to lunch. I told you it would be a waste of time; you did not back down. We met, and I was hard and inflexible at first. But you wore me down and promised to help if I would return. Thanks to your empathy and love, and your caring ways. I have been a school counselor for twenty-six years. A position that has brought me joy, love, and energy. Thanks to your empathy and caring ways. So, I thank you.