Remembering the good times
Walking the halls of Gibson Elementary School even today gives me a warm feeling. Having spent seven years of my life in that building it still beholds the same smells, lots of the same faces, the same wall hangings and is fulfilled with some great memories. Unlike middle school and high school as a younger child school holds the mindset of fun and not work. The ropes dangling from the ceiling that really meant anyone who could actually make it to the top was amazing, the playground with the holes in the wood that would always be filled with bees, tag at recess, the art masterpieces hanging in every corner, yah those memories sure do hold true. As Americans we have recognition for almost every occasion possible to acknowledge people in our lives who have made a difference either nationally, internationally or right here locally. This week is American Education week and I would like to thank and show recognition for Gail Murphy the funniest music teacher I ever had. Being who I am I do believe I was not born with any singing, dancing or anything musically inclined abilities. Although, I could not sing, play an instrument real well, act or do much of anything Gail Murphy always made music class fun and exciting. From the annual plays which I still have on tape just so I can laugh at myself to the Halloween parties where she would decorate her room to the hilt and make it truly enjoyable. I will never forget the year she had us stick our hands in bowls and guess what inside, yup you guessed it the last bowl was optional and I will never tell what was in there!!! I still remember watching Fantasia for the first time and playing with the colored drum sticks. Just Gail’s personality is what brings her room to life everyday. Thank you Gail for being a wonderful enthusiastic teacher.
