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Goodbye Darla
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Goodbye Darla |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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You talked about the US Constitution, and could talk just as easily around angles and curves and squares, never pigeonholing people judgmentally. I'm going to miss you, Darla. I hope when I look up into the starry night sky I will see you smiling, remembering how you once helped me to solve a complex problem that went beyond the simple formula of one heart plus one heart equals two. You were always there with words of encouragement and honest sincerity. May your soul rest in Peace and Harmony, knowing that the Love you gave while you were here expands exponentially each day. Goodbye to a wonderful teacher, Darla Chevalier. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
I have posted this to acknowledge the gifts of a special lady who died suddenly this Tuesday from a brain tumor. She was a wonderful teacher, who helped me the past two years in homeschooling my daughter, and who scheduled to teach my teenager the ins and outs of the Constitution, and also help with Geometry. But it was her constant encouragement and moral support that really impressed me, and her willingness to listen to different approaches to learning, and to always respect the rights of the individual parents and students. Darla was a first rate teacher and human. [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (11-22-2002 09:32 PM).] |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Very thoughtful, my friend...it's tough to lose such wonderful people...thanks for sharing her with us... jwesley |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
Some people meet many needs. A sincere tribute, Kacy. Made for a starry night. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you, dear friends jwesley and Duncan. She gave me so much, and I just hope she understood what a Gibralter she had been. |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) God Bless You and Darla, sweet friend, and I know the encouragement she gives to all will always be cherished and her heart in teaching will never be forgotten as she is a pure woman of charisma and love, and though I have never known her personally, I know with your outpouring of love she is a true special soul! (kiss on cheek) God Bless You, sweet friend, know she will continue to cheer you on always, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kacy, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you for that reply, Noah. Teachers often get a bad rap. Darla's 'rap' sheet was a winning song to my ears. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
I'm sorry. Wonderful poem. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Lovely words...James |
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Constance Member
since 2001-07-28
Posts 393Ohio |
What a joy to read this lovely tribute! It makes me wish I could have known this person. It is clear that she taught much more than her lesson plan included. Hugs to you. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Passingshadows, James, Constance, thank you for reading and for these kind replies. Darla was a very private person, so I hope she forgives me for this rather public posting. [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (11-24-2002 09:01 AM).] |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Goodbye Darla. Hello, with hugs, Kacy. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thanks Karilea. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kacy, Very sad to hear of your loss. We miss the good ones the most and she will obviously be missed. Bless you and your sweet daughter.  If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you for your visit Larry. You would have liked this lady's quiet style and grace. |
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