#12 Retirement- - What is retirement and who is retired?

 Retirement-- What is that?

Well friends, I hate the  expression " I am so busy, I have no time for anything".

However that seems to be true. Somehow 2 years have flown by and even though

I officially retired June 2020, I am still working.  I have to say I have always loved

working with people - age 5 to whatever, it does not matter. It has been 51 1/2 years

since I started teaching. I have worked in Saskatchewan, B.C. and Alberta. I have 

always explored many different areas of teaching and counselling. So many memories.

Some good some bad. I always say stories can be sad, mad , bad and glad.  

Positions I have held: vary from Grade 1 to Grade 12, split/combined regular classes, special   

needs (disabled, mental and physical handicapped ages 5 to 21), Learning disabled, English 

Second Language Learners, Drop Outs and Street students coming with addictions or Court ordered

with jail records, University courses for Teachers on Teaching Special Needs students plus a 

variety of numerous Counselling positions with all ages including adults. It has been full of ups 

and downs but no real regrets.

I have made wonderful friends and colleagues  along this path. I often talk about life being like a

train ride.  People get on and off  our train at various times in our life .  Some are there for a short 

length of time, some are there for a long time, some too long.  Some disappear for a duration and

then they return.  Some never return and it makes us sad. Our train of life goes through dark tunnels,

 goes through stormy times and yes, even many sunny times.  What we retain are the positives, focus on

 the lessons, good memories and become strong, flexible and resilient adults.  With our supports and

faith, we can enjoy the life we have chosen.  Thanks to all  I have met along my train ride, may it

 continue for a long time yet.   Special love to my two children, my family and my many friends.

Without you all, my life train ride would not have been as wonderful. I have been truly blessed.

Faith Always !!!  

Till next  time-------- Fabienne remembers

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