Growing Up With Calvin and Hobbes

Calvin and Hobbes was a big part of my life when I was growing up. They taught me lessons and created worlds for me to partake in which still resound deeply within me when I revisit them occasionally.

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Joel Lam
Teachers

Today’s topic, which I have ruminated about for a long time, is about teachers. Teachers in school, life and work – all facets of life, really. I’ve always felt that if I had a wedding (and I’m pretty sure I would invite as little people as possible) I would have a special table for all the teachers that have made an impact in my life. I can list out all the important ones, but I feel they deserve their own segment in the future. I guess that’s ironic for someone who skipped as much school as possible ever since I went to junior college. But despite my penchant for truancy, I developed a love of teaching from the best of my teachers. Ever since I was a relief teacher for General Paper in Victoria Junior College after my army days, I have never ceased to teach even till today.

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Joel Lam