Readers Commentary (June 1996)

In our last issue Susan Hudgens from San Jose, CA posed a question for TCC teachers, Justin, or Steve to respond to in an “OPEN FORUM” column. The question was:

How do you handle (what do you say to?) students in class who correct other students’ movements or try to tell you (the teacher) how to teach?

We received the following feedback:

“I tell my students from the beginning that the person teaching that day is in charge, in other words, the boss, even if I’m there but someone else is teaching. … If they are really troubled by something, see the head Teacher at the beginning or end of class. Let them know we are all individuals, not clones and when we bow to each other we do so in friendship and peace.”

– Marlene Brown
Cincinnati, OH

Readers Write

Thank you for all you do to make the VFJ the great publication that it is. It just keeps getting better and better. I always appreciate Justin’s and Steve’s articles and enjoy reading those [written] by other instructors. I like the artwork too … all of it! Fondest Regards,

– Vickie Brodie
Burlingame, CA

Thanks for the latest issue of The Vital Force … As always, it is informative and inspiring.

– Geraldine Kline, O.P.
San Antonio, TX

I got out all of my Vital Force Journals to search for something in particular. I ended up re-reading so much, because I kept finding things that mean more to me now. VFJ is quite a rich resource. … Thanks … to everyone who contributes to this exceptional publication.

– Chris Endres
Alpine, CA

To all who are involved in the Grand Production of The Vital Force: What a great job you do. I am so pleased with the direction that The Vital Force has taken through the years … please know that it is appreciated.

– Susan Patterson
San Diego, CA

Thank you for the Memoriam for John in the March issue … I’m looking forward to seeing everyone at the July Conf. Love, Chi and Joy,

– Joy Barbour
Payson, AZ

Since I moved to the north woods of Wisconsin, I haven’t made it to any TCC gatherings, so VFJ is my only physical link with the TCC global community. My sincere thanks to you and all who contribute to its publication. It helps me feel in touch with the latest thoughts, developments, teaching experiences, and publications. Blessings,

– Barbara Seraphina Sommers
Cumberland, WI

I’ve really been enjoying the connections I make and the stories I can share with my classes. This issue is great — clear, inspiring and beautiful. …

Sending a small contribution to help keep the presses rolling. Fondly and gratefully,

– Edie Budney
Upper Montclair, NJ