Two marvellous teachers meet online through blogging, and then they actually meet in person! A heartwarming true-life story for all the family.
Do you often think how wonderful it would be to meet a favorite blogger – in person – and spend the day with them? I certainly do. And it happened! Well, in order to tell the wonderful story, I must start at the beginning:
It Happened Like This…
Pete Springer is one of my favorite bloggers. Our mutual interest in children and teaching was the start of our connection. It has grown to include the love of children’s books, the great outdoors, how the little things are the big things, and more. It’s a long list, and a good one. When he planned a visit to see his three brothers, he wanted to connect with two bloggers. Yes, he wanted to meet me! Was I excited? You bet!
It was as if we had known each other for years. Well we had, of course, through blogging. ‘In Person’ was the…
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I can think of a few times in my life where the fantasy of doing something ended up being better than the actual event. In this case, Jennie was as genuine as I imagined. She has a heart of gold, and everything she does in/out of her class is with the best interest of her students in mind. She is a teacher of teachers. Thanks for highlighting our story, Pete.
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It was an absolute pleasure my friend.
Best wishes, Pete.
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She was on “The Kelly Clarkson Show”, so I love that part of the connection!
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I remember watching the video you sent me on Twitter, John. Great to add that second blogging connection, and a wonderful honour for Jennie.
Best wishes, Pete.
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That’s nice…But then how do we meet blogging friends living in different countries…
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It is not easy, that’s for sure. The only blogger I ever met was living 35 miles away from me in England, and we met halfway. But she later moved to the USA, and I haven’t seen her since.
Best wishes, Pete.
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How sweet! I have several bloggers I’d love to meet in person, including you! Thanks for sharing Pete! 💕C
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It was a joy to read, dear Cheryl.
Best wishes, Pete. x
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Both Jennie’s and Pete’s posts need to be widely shared!
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This was a really good one, Liz.
Best wishes, Pete.
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It actually pays to read Pete Springer’s blog post before reading Jennie Fitzkee’s.
https://petespringerauthor.wordpress.com/2022/05/20/the-springer-brothers-reunion-tour-part-1/
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I read his post, but it was from Jennie’s link.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Same here.
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Thank you, Pete!
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It was my sincere pleasure, Jennie.
Best wishes, Pete.
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And to you, my friend.
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both teaching and human idols of mine – wonderful
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A joy to read about, Beth.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I have met one and we went hiking in Sedona. Ruth was exactly like her blogging persona. I always wanted to meet you.
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Same here, dear Cindy.
Best wishes, Pete. x
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Ah, yes…I have made a few friends through blogging, and when we met it was as you say
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It is nice that those meetings feel so relaxed and ‘normal’. Blogging friends can be real friends in person.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Absolutely, and I am in Zoom contact with several!
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Good story Pete. Maybe one day I will meet a fellow blogger. I have a few in mind.
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I have only done it once, Phil. It was great, like we had always known each other.
Best wishes, Pete.
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