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Azur
Wow, you are on a downer, but then, flu does that doesn't it, Azur. You know that your pieces would never have got to the front covers unless they were extraordinary. Just think how far those learner journalists will get with the help of your experience and talent. Isn't it a thrill - and just think, just as you will never forget your own excellent school teachers, they will never forget you.
posted by
johnmacnab
on January 19, 2006 at 6:13 AM
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Thank You!
We sure do need good journalists right now. Do teach them. What a service.
posted by
thirtysomething
on January 17, 2006 at 9:43 PM
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A good teacher inspires us to create...
We've all had teachers we still remember...you can make such a difference in their lives.
posted by
Passionflower
on January 17, 2006 at 9:34 PM
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Ohmy, Azur
Though I liked your entry, you appear to be in a bit of a funk! Hope it's just the flu talking!!!
posted by
Joe_Love
on January 17, 2006 at 7:58 PM
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Azur,
I happened to be in the University district today, people watching while waiting for a bus, and I feel for the younger generation: so worldly in so many ways, yet lacking in nurturing and hope in many others.
posted by
Blanche.
on January 17, 2006 at 6:42 PM
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Mysteria
Thanks you
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:41 PM
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BlancheDubois
I don't envy them starting out now. They have to jump through more hoops now. As for setting our own limits and goals, sometimes I get annoyed with myself for putting down barriers and now I can see they were of my own making
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:40 PM
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Original Influence
It should be that way because if we can pass our own standards we should pass others
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:38 PM
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Lensman
If you can figure where my mind was in this perhaps you can tell me. Sometimes we are unclear and we should express that and put aside the pursuit of clarity. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:37 PM
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Jimmy68
Good to see you again. I think most of these kids will make it. I've not had another class where everyone was so emphatic about their goals and many have already had experience. I long regretted not jumping into some things sooner and yet I couldn't because I didn't even know the opportunities existed.
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:33 PM
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DaveCryer, you have been missed. Coat (sic) d'Azur
Funny isn't it how we move in circles in different directions - me coming into teaching...
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:29 PM
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pat_b
everyone probably needs a teacher like that once in a while.
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:27 PM
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We are the toughest critic we will ever have.
posted by
Original_Influence
on January 17, 2006 at 6:26 PM
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cling, sorry, and good point
That's what I'm here for but it can be muddied by the aims of other writing I do
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:26 PM
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Ginnieb
It must be the medication ;-)
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:24 PM
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Jazwolf, thanks
I think it goes with the territory. Sometimes (once in a blue moon) I wish I chose something easier.
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:24 PM
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(B) not sure what you mean
but thanks for the comment
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 6:22 PM
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The joke is on the sole Rolling Stone.
(B)
posted by
A-and-B
on January 17, 2006 at 2:56 PM
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writer's melancholy
Self-doubts, I truly believe, are part of the same genetic component that endows us with the desire and/or ability to write. And I'm not talking about writing school reports and obituaries. I'm talking about "write." Enjoyed your piece.
posted by
Jazwolf
on January 17, 2006 at 1:42 PM
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Brisbane artist, resources and politics are bound in almost every way
Politics determines who gets the maize, the oil, the clean water, the polluted skies, the health care, the education.
posted by
Azur
on January 17, 2006 at 1:20 PM
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Sorry to hear you are sick MayB....
....but boy you've sure offered some intelligent insights!!
posted by
ginnieb
on January 17, 2006 at 1:20 PM
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There are no politics about resources, everyone has what they need
Is there a place on the planet where this happens?
It is strange how we think when we are sick.
Jo
posted by
brisbane_artist
on January 17, 2006 at 12:22 PM
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Stop...you're making me think!! I can definitely and have no problem accepting the fact that my writing isn't great. I just like to share my thoughts with an ear or two. Stop being so hard on yourself and get well soon! Take care...
posted by
cling
on January 17, 2006 at 9:07 AM
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I think that generally
we are too hard on ourselves. It's easy to see the negative, the positive is harder to reaach.
posted by
MerryAnne
on January 17, 2006 at 8:38 AM
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I once had a Journalism teacher we called "god"
who looked superficially like photos of Albert Einstein - wild curly white hair. He inspired with fear, poured suspicion into our open minds so that we wouldn't take at face value the self-serving statements of the politicians we were covering in Public Affairs 101. He pointed out that deadlines are just that, and if we couldn't make the deadline we might as well not bother with the research, the digging, the writing. This is to say that I much prefer your style!!!
posted by
Pat_B
on January 17, 2006 at 8:09 AM
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I come back and you've got a brand new coat. And very nice it is too.
The students, the self-reflection, the dragging to work. All things I recognise.
posted by
_dave_says_ack_
on January 17, 2006 at 1:39 AM
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So you have traded your skin again and been reborn...
nice to see you Azur. I have been conspicuously absent most of the time lately, and I'm sorry you're feeling down...really, most of them probably won't make it anyway and that too is sad...I wrote a paper this weekend in which I said something about having made both sorts of mistakes, jumping in too soon and not jumping until it was too late, and I regret the times I have not gone for it more than the times I have, though the latter have been more painful...those kids are jumping in...
posted by
jimmy68
on January 16, 2006 at 11:16 PM
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Azur
I enjoyed this.
It was kind of soothing. Can't quite put my finger on it, but maybe I'm not supposed to. I think Blanche made a couple of good points in her comment. Hope you're feeling better soon
posted by
Lensman
on January 16, 2006 at 10:21 PM
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Azur,
I don't know if the thoughts that come after an illness are truer, some negativity preys on the weakened state, I think. Who says that you don't reach the heights of your own choosing? I have tormented myself with thoughts, conflicts about mediocrity, and realized that I am not cut out for fame or glory, but seeking health, healing, truth, insight, clarity and peace. Don't compare youself to the young, restless minds, they may seem to have it all before them, but sadly, many have so many struggles bfore them, that you may have conquered.
posted by
Blanche.
on January 16, 2006 at 10:05 PM
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Azur
Congratulations...You sound like a hit! I have the flu too and it is totally lagging about leaving me alone. I am incredibly tired and really rung out from it. One good thing, I have an appetite and am able to keep my strength up. Let's hope I can keep my cravings for sympathy food at bay...Oh! The struggles! Cheers! Glad to hear of you trooping right along...
posted by
mysteria
on January 16, 2006 at 9:41 PM
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