Thank you so much to those of you who were able to participate in the pie parade last Thursday afternoon. It was a delightful event, and I enjoyed the opportunity to visit briefly with many good friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As an introvert, it was actually nice to have space and to be able to to talk to each one who came through. Tom and I appreciate your words of kindness and support over the years. I am opening the cards, a few each day, to savor the words you shared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I especially want to thank my office \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Janelle, Laurie, Rebecca, Jodi and Audrey \u00e2\u20ac\u201c for planning and hosting the time. What they did was pretty amazing. I also want to thank Bob, Dave, Marc, Roger, Ryan and my good friend Alice for directing traffic, receiving cards and gifts, and handing out pies. I have been blessed by each of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On July 1, I become a member of the faculty in the EdD program, and I look forward to a new role that more directly serves students while still being able to spend time with longtime colleagues.\u00c2\u00a0And, I don’t have to worry about snow and ice on the roads!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gratefully,
Linda Samek<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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