I Was the Spouse in the Corner—It Was Evelyn's Day

Today was the faculty and staff reception to congratulate Evelyn on her upcoming retirement, and I decided to come share in the party.
It was very nice. The cake was VERY good. A nice crowd of Evelyn's colleagues came to wish her well. Paul Friskney hosted and said that, although they had found someone to teach Evelyn's classes, no one could replace Evelyn.
And two former students, Mackenzie Fordyce and Rachel Sinclair, gave brief, sometimes tearful testimonies about the influence of Evelyn on their lives and their gratitude for her example as well as her teaching. I'm so proud of her!
She had a bowl full of cards with well wishes, and her colleagues had contributed to buy a $100 gift card to Playhouse in the Park (that will be fun!).
It was a very nice afternoon, and I'm glad I got to share it.

Mackenzie Fordyce couldn't finish her tribute without crying.

Rachel Sinclair used to grade papers for Evelyn and claims she drank her weight in coffee.

Evelyn's fellow English teachers, Paul Friskney (left) and Brian Derico planned the party.