Shawn Olson Creative Arts 142 18 http://www.shawnolson.net http://www.shawnolson.net/sitemedia/shawnolsoncreativearts.gif http://www.shawnolson.net/guest/1/?refType=article&refId=1356 Guestbook Posts http://www.shawnolson.net/a/1356 I am not only a pediatrician, but an alumnus of Westland High School (1982). This man's story is frighteningly familiar. It is also a wonderful story. And, yes, Mr. Olson, you are an amazing writer; and I couldn't agree with you more: one must, to a large extent, create one's own education...to rely on someone else for your education if foolish. For one to truly become educated, one must have passion...passion for something; and passion comes from within and cannot be taught. Teachers can SPARK passion, but cannot teach it. Apathy and complacency are common and are paths to mediochrity; passion, enthusiasm, curiosity, character, respect and perseverence are paths to excellence. Nice story, Shawn. Richard Turner, M.D. 2008-01-05T15:07:18-05:00 http://www.shawnolson.net/a/1356 Hello, Do me a favor and thank your parents to raise you well. We need more people like you and also Mr. Sigrits on helping our children to do better in life. I totally agree 100% of what you mentioned in this letter. Take care.... Maggie Casillas 2007-04-11T15:23:03-05:00