Dwane 1979-2015

Sometimes a student shuffles quietly into the classroom

Eyes downcast

Voice barely a whisper

Self-deprecating

Unsure

Shyly makes a suggestion

Then says, “No, just kidding.”

But not kidding

Dismissing his unique idea

Before someone else does

Explaining his own weaknesses and mistakes

As the instructor looks on in awe

At his creativity

His success

And his humility

Sometimes a student

Is a gentle

Loving

Unforgettable

Teacher.

Dwane and me. 2012

©Conni Cartlidge, 2015