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  1. Paula Agins
    May 15, 2017 @ 05:40

    As your journey continues, I too have a hard time coming up wth responses powerful enough to match what you show in pictures and words. Todays made me realize how much I miss working with individuals with various disabilities and their families. Time spent listening to their voices or watching the changes in facial expressions brings new life into my soul.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      May 18, 2017 @ 00:55

      I agree. I still feel their positive energy.

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  2. Lori
    May 15, 2017 @ 06:07

    Another inspiring experience, Tim…….you bring me hope and challenge me to think outside the box.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      May 18, 2017 @ 00:55

      Glad to pass along what I’m learning.

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  3. Diane Weisman
    May 15, 2017 @ 08:03

    Glad to hear your eyes are better. Your temporary disability taught you so much. I have experienced similar frustrating times with my many surgeries over the years. Adapting temporarily when leading a busy life is frustrating, painful and yet a lesson of letting go and accepting what you can do and what you can’t. Thank you so much for your blog. Sharing your experiences make me realize on a daily basis that the majority of people around the world have such adversity in their lives.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      May 18, 2017 @ 00:56

      That’s so true, and I am reminded of it every day.

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  4. Bruce Yarnall
    May 15, 2017 @ 09:22

    Welcome back Tim. I am glad to hear that your eyes are getting better. I enjoyed reading your blog immensely, you have had many incredible experiences.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      May 18, 2017 @ 00:56

      Thanks, Bruce.

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  5. LInda A Wight
    May 15, 2017 @ 12:28

    Also glad eyes are better. See Tim -always learning even when not in classroom. DId you get to see your son or was this a quick trip back?. Enjoying the pictures. Stay wel;, awaiting your next post

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    • Tim Flanagan
      May 18, 2017 @ 00:57

      Just spent four days with Ricardo in San Francisco, my first time there. It was a great visit.

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  6. Julie Aquilizan
    May 15, 2017 @ 14:53

    I am pleased to hear that your eyes are better and that you made it to San Francisco safe and sound. It was so great to spend time with you. I enjoyed hearing about your experiences while on your journey. I feel so comfortable with you and it seemed that I had seen you only last week and not two years ago. I am so impressed with your passion for learning, teaching and giving to others. Enjoy your visit with your son! I will look forward to the next time we meet.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      May 18, 2017 @ 00:59

      Thank you for being such a great host in Portland. I feel the same way and am sure our travel paths will cross again! I wanted to post a picture of you on the blog but then realized I never took any.

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  7. Vicky Ann Deledda
    May 15, 2017 @ 22:35

    You look great in the group photo and you are a force to be reckoned with….
    You never cease trying to better our world through education.. Much love and prayers as you head to the refugee camp.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      May 18, 2017 @ 01:00

      Thanks. Wish you were here as I’m about to board my next 14-hour flight, the first of three legs.

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  8. Marika Heughins
    May 16, 2017 @ 05:29

    Tim,
    I am so glad you had this opportunity. I can’t wait to talk to you in person about it. Glad your eyes are getting better! Take care! xoxo

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    • Tim Flanagan
      May 18, 2017 @ 01:02

      Thanks, Marika. You helped make it all possible by writing a last-minute recommendation. Whatever you said got me in!

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  9. Emilia
    May 30, 2017 @ 08:40

    Hi Tim,
    You are an inspiration to both staff and students. I sent in my donation a few weeks ago and told my students about your work in the refugee camp. My advisory group put together an after school dodge ball event as a fundraiser for your teaching assignment in Thailand. They gave Paula a check for $95. We hope this will help with any supplies you’ll need.
    Take care,
    Emilia

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    • Tim Flanagan
      June 12, 2017 @ 07:25

      Thank you, Emilia! This is great. I just sent you an email with a message for the students (and some photos – you’ll be the first ones to see them).

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