Merrill is one of the ladies who taught me to knit last year, and through these lessons I have come to appreciate her tremendously. She is a mother, a grandmother, a retired teacher, an artist, and a friend; all these roles, among others, blend into a charming, funny, caring personality. As an educator, she worked with two of my children, and I credit her today with awakening their love of writing. In fact, we continue to call my daughter by one of the nicknames used in a story written by her brother in Merrill's class. Her students were "her kids" and she still refers to them as "my fifth graders"! Merrill's enthusiasm for village happenings is fabulous. In my moments of doubt whether an idea is viable, Merrill is encouraging and supportive. Her positive nature and open curiosity is refreshing; I am blessed to be buoyed by her optimism and spirit!
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