It does the heart good

Whew! What a busy past few days! 10 hours is a long day at work, but luckily I get to do different things throughout the day and everyday is different. Yesterday we had 2 graduation parties, a family reunion (or two) and a local community players party at the park, along with people checking into the campground that was booked because of the triathalon (that was this morning) and Canada's holiday weekend. It was busy, but fun. It had gotten cooler in the afternoon, which I think kept some of the crowds away. There's always next weekend!

Earlier, I was checking my emails and my facebook messages and saw that I had a message from a Juan Rodriguez, a student of mine from Liberty Park Elementary that I had for a month before they moved me from teaching fifth grade to first grade. Here's a copy of his message:

Hey Ms. Park, this is going to sound very strange to you but I know you, although you may not remember me, I do remember the good times I shared with you as a student at Liberty Park Elementary School. You taught my class and I for a couple of months I believe before you had to switch classes for some odd reson I can't remember, nonetheless, in the short time shared with you, you were extremely loving and caring as a teacher and friend. Just today I stumbled upon a few of my Elementary School Report Cards and I saw your name and with it an influx of childhood memories returned. I'm 16 now and a soon to be Senior in High School and I feel as though I have you to thank for being such a kind person in my life, from listening to The Beatles in class to teaching us about the world around us, you were always a great teacher.
Thank you.
Sincerely, Juan Rodriguez
P.S. I hope this doesnt sound too creepy haha
P.S.S. I hope you're the right Moriah Park and not some other one, if this is the case, sorry for bothering you.

I messaged him back letting him know that yes, I do remember him and what a huge honor it is to be remembered as making a difference in his life. Isn't it amazing what a few words can do? Juan may never know how much his words have meant. As the title says, it does my heart good to hear this from a wonderful young man and former student. He has made my day, week, and year! Thank you, Juan!