... taught my last university class June 1st after 37 years at the U of S  ... was an incredibly rewarding time of learning and fulfillment ... the present faculty gathered gifting me this drum ... at the final exam the students entered the room all together applauding gifting me cards and roses ... two unexpected & overwhelming moments ... i taught for the love it ...






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