Thursday, November 30, 2023
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My most favorite teacher Ms. Wilson. She was my first-grade teacher at Bayshore Elementary back in 1971.
I cannot say enough about this lady. Always dressed to perfection. From her hair, big hoop earrings, her pale pink dress suit, and her pointy high heel shoes.
Which at the end of the day, she would change into her slippers.
When we would get ready to go anywhere in line, she always carried a yard stick, just in case you decided to misbehave. I don't recall many of us did. Back then, pops were something you could get in school for misbehaving.
She had such poise and grace about her.
This is the lady that taught me so much, but most of all, to spell so well. I passed every test that year except the last test of the year which was 100 words. I forgot to put two l's on the word bell. The only word I ever missed that year. Still don't know how I did that.
Few years back when I was working for La Porte ISD in the HR Department, I found out one of our substitutes for the district happened to be the daughter of Ms. Wilson. Ms. Glasco came in HR one day shortly after and I let her know that her momma was my most favorite teacher and we talked about her. A few hours later, I was surprised by her daughter bringing Ms. Wilson up to the office for me to see her. Ms. Wilson did not remember me, but I remembered everything about her. She still looked the same to me. It was such a special day and one I will never forget.
Rest in peace Ms. Wilson. You were one loved teacher.
To her family, I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you all. And thank you for sharing her with so many. Especially me.
