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In reply to the discussion: This is Victoria. She died a hero today. [View all]stlsaxman
(9,236 posts)Man, it just pisses me off that none of the meme going around about this even mentions that.
She was the victim of a horrific gun crime... true!
She performed an amazingly brave act and saved the children in her class, at the cost of her own life... true!
SHE MADE THE DECISION TO HELP OUR CHILDREN GROW TO LIVE (HOPEFULLY) WONDERFUL LIVES BY SHOWING THEM LOVE, RESPECT AND INTEREST IN THEIR ABILITY TO COMPREHEND... iow- A TEACHER!
That choice of career was/is one of the most truly heroic, selfless choices anyone can make.
... and talk about sacrifice- teachers sacrifice a huge portion of their lives, time and effort just for that ONE MOMENT where they see that look of comprehension in a childs face.
There- i said it...
Flame away, but please note that i recc'ed this thread
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