Comments for Sheila Sloan's Weblog

Comment on Reflection by howardmestas

howardmestas — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:41:28 +0000

Hey Sheila,
Glad you made it back safely, and I’m happy that you didn’t have to deal with our return flight “adventure.” I like your final post, especially the “sins of omission” portion. Most times what is left out or ignored is the most revealing measure of one’s intentions or agenda, or even their personal character. Just think about how many people sat back and did nothing when the earliest signs of the Holocaust were unfolding. Inaction in defiance of personal conscience is a greater sin than atrocities committed with the most evil intentions.

I enjoyed all of your posts and I appreciated all your efforts in helping me with my blogs. I like your point of view, and admire your passion for history. Your students are very fortunate to have you as a teacher. I hope you enjoy your summer.
Howard Mestas

Comment on Reflection by history591twenty9

history591twenty9 — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 03:37:03 +0000

Sheila,
I have the same goal for my students as you. I tell my students to sit back & listen to a “story”. To make history fun for them will hook them for life. I love both being the student & the teacher. Being the student makes me a better teacher. It is so nice to meet other history yeachers who get the “Big Picture” of history.

Have a nice summer,
John H

Comment on June 12, 2008 by Jonathan Rees

Jonathan Rees — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 21:05:36 +0000

Sheila:

I know, I know, you’re still gone, but would you drop me a note when you get your last posts done? [Gettysburg and the summing up one.]

Comment on June 12, 2008 by paulzschokke

paulzschokke — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 16:17:46 +0000

Sheila
Don’t we have dozens of discussions with our own children about what is necessary to purchase and what is not? And you have to do it three times! I can see you sliding irreverently down those bannisters!
Paul

Comment on June 10, 2008 by Jonathan Rees

Jonathan Rees — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 02:19:33 +0000

Paine is great. Have your students read the “Rights of Man.” It will surely start a fight.

Comment on June 9th 2008-Bruederschaft by elizabetharagonblanton1

elizabetharagonblanton1 — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 02:19:31 +0000

Sheila,
I thought it was pretty wonderful too. Good information is presented in your blog! Good Job.

Comment on June 9th 2008-Bruederschaft by Michelle

Michelle — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 14:33:40 +0000

Shelia,

What a wonderful experience!! I amazed at the simplicity of this community and how peaceful and happy they are. There are many Amish communities is northern Indiana that we visit when we go to Michigan. Glad you are getting so much out of this trip. We enjoy reading your daily postings!!

Michelle

Comment on Sunday June 8th by mattharris1

mattharris1 — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 11:44:28 +0000

Sheila,

I share your comments about visting Christ’s church. I, too, was reflecting on their worship during the Revolution and how it affected them as they built a new framework of government. (An fyi, that is the subject of my book, which, Providence willing, will be out next year.)

And yes, a pleasant evening at the tavern. Thanks to you, Paul, Mark et al. Go Celtics!

Matt

Comment on Sunday June 8th by history591twenty9

history591twenty9 — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 05:50:12 +0000

Boy I read your account of church today & I kinga wish I had gone with everyone. Sounds like it really affected you. Have a great day!
John

Comment on Saturday June 7th by howardmestas

howardmestas — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:16:14 +0000

Nice post Sloan!! Who’s that good looking guy standing behind you in the group photo? Where did you get the Franklin book? I think I would like to read it too.