Lily Tenacio Parron

To see her is to really respect her.  She was born without the abilities many of us take for granted.  Yet, she lives deeper than I do.  Expressive beyond measure with a joy and resilience that humbles the most vibrant liver of life, Lily Tenacio Parron continues to teach us.  I don't know why, but being with Lily creates an awareness that life is inherently good.  She continues to teach me that my life, which I sometimes see as challenging, is really a piece of cake full of joy and opportunity.  I can hear Lily telling me, "even when it's bad it's good" Kevin.

Thanks Lily!  Can't wait to see you soon.

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Willing To Be The Fool....

I have come to a realization that some of the best teachers I've ever had I would describe as "crazy."  They were often unpredictable, quirky, funny, goofy, yet constantly found ways to engage us.  As I become more mature (older), I can see that this was all part of their master plan to maximize learning.  In fact, I did the exact same thing as a teacher.  I really appreciate the fact that these educators were willing to "play the fool" in order to enhance our learning experience.  I recently ran into one of my former teachers and had to ask him about all the strange things he used to do in class.  We laughed about some of his outfits, sayings, and unique habits.  But, the final thing he said really made me think when I asked him why he did all those things.  His response was hilarious.  "Sometimes you students were so boring and dull that I had to do things to entertain myself or I'd go nuts."