Thursday, March 1, 2012
I have many fond memories of my favorite teacher, Mrs. Walling third grade, Hellen Baller Elementary, '59/'60: her kind heart and gentle nature, sense of humor and knack for being lenient yet strict about things that mattered. Her reading out loud to the class Charlotte's Web, Freddy the Detective compelled me to get a library card and become a life-long and avid reader. I also remember Mr. Walling, my 4th grade teacher, with fondness and respect. My condolences to him and Mrs. Walling's family.