Education

Growing up in Plainview, I had a vast array of educational experiences. From going to Highland and Ash Elementaries, Coronado and Estacado Junior Highs then on to Bulldog country, I learned. Learned what to do and what not to do...sometimes that hard way.

I remember getting paddled by Mr. Simmons at Highland…a lot. Yes, I’m sure I deserved most of them but seriously, I was in his office probably once a week. He actually had holes in his paddle…and it hurt!

Some of my favs in school include Mr. Carter at Ash Elementary who taught 6^th grade science. I remember him wearing his denim shirts and colorful ties. He made science exciting and fun.

Mrs. Williams at Coronado…what a lovely lady. She was the American History teacher and of course, she was Micah’s mom. Everyone knew Micah. Mrs. Williams loved American history especially World War II history and definitely hated Jane Fonda…with a passion.

In high school, I had Mr. Dye, OT and Miss Canterbury...DECA, band and theater. I was never really any good at working, playing or acting but I enjoyed them all. But I did enjoy playing the value trombone during marching season. I know Jessie is a better actor that I was at her age.

I was told in high school that I would never go to college…I was just a B-C student so they offered me DECA to learn a skill. I worked for Jess Wayne down at West Pharmacy downtown stocking shelves and deliveries. Sometimes I was even allowed behind the counter to make a strawberry milk shake for someone.

Now I have my degrees and just finished one career…probably should decide what’s next for me in life but for now, I’m going to take it easy and rejuvenating my body and mind.

I listed a few great educators in this blog but education is not just located in brick and mortar walls. Education can be found at any location or during any situation. Every day I wake up is an education. I am always learning something…today, I learned that it’s very hard to dig up a pygmy palm with roots around a sprinkler line…it was a tough lesson but I won. J

I am consistently learning from Marti, my kids, my family, my friends and more. I want to learn more each and every day.

An education is a daily business and opportunity. What are you going to learn today?