Nia - This is so inspiring! Thank you for your beautiful, thoughtful response. I am printing it out to read again and again. ♥

Your French teacher sounds truly memorable, as was mine. She was "old" by our 15 year old standards - at least 30- and I adored her. I wanted to be her when I grew up. She was glamorous, confident, and she spoke the most beautiful language I had ever heard. She was unforgettable!

Thanks again for your delightful response and the encouragement to keep chasing my dreams. Merci. ♥♥♥