Thank You Notes
21 April 2010
Yesterday afternoon, I received a package in the mail from Harmony Middle School, where I spoke at Career Day two Fridays ago. It was so thick that at first I thought, “Did they not want the bookmarks I left? The librarian said it would be okay…”
Nope. Instead, it was 32 very sweet, very well-written thank you notes. What a classy move on the part of the administration.
I’m not a fan of being the center of attention, so public speaking isn’t exactly my thing. I’m not eloquent or articulate, nor do I feel particularly interesting. And the students were, in general, super quiet during question time, so I really wasn’t sure how I’d come across at Career Day or if they got anything out of my talk.
Here are a few snippets from their notes:
“Dear Mrs. Morrill, Thank you so much for taking time to come to Harmony and interest us about the thrill of becoming an author! I never knew how long the process was in writing a book…”
“…I’m so glad I got the opportunity to hear a hard-working novelist like you share your story. I admire your determination and have a strong interest in writing. I learned that a lot of effort is needed to be in your profession. I’m looking forward to reading your books!…”
“…You really encouraged me that if I’m dedicated and work hard, anything’s possible…”
“…I have always loved writing and hearing about your journey to get where you are now helped me a lot!…”
“…First, I want to say congratulations on your baby on the way! Writing is one thing I have always loved to do. When I heard you talking about your ideas and how you came to writing, it reminded me of myself…”
I didn’t have to leaf through the whole pile to find these gems. These are five pulled from the first ten I looked through. They are all excellent thank you notes. Most remembered that I’m married and addressed me as Mrs. Morrill, one obviously remembered that I was pregnant, and almost all of them spoke specifically about my presentation.
You think I’m more likely to go back next year if invited? Absolutely.
Happy Wednesday and go Thunderbirds!
Awwww! That’s so awesome!
Posted by Roseanna White on 21 April 2010