Sunday, February 28, 2010

The quiet power of teachers

Dr. Michael Paul Crosslin 1940-2010


Dr. Mike Crosslin was my High School History teacher.  I can't say that learned alot of history from him, but I did learn something important.  Dr. Crosslin was an amazing musician.  One day in High School I casually mentioned that there was a Jazz concert at Oklahoma State University that I wanted to attend but had no way to get there.  Dr. Crosslin said that he had won two tickets to that very concert and offered to take me.  My father was his boss back then and we made the arrangements.  I have been a quietly passionate classical and jazz lover ever since.  Thanks Doc.  You will be missed.