George Carlin 8-23-18

Posted on October 8, 2018 by Jennie

George Carlin, who was a terrific comedian, sums up life and who we are – beautifully. Powerful words, spot on wisdom.

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About Jennie

I have been teaching preschool for over forty years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about. I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
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28 Responses to George Carlin 8-23-18

  1. beetleypete's avatar beetleypete says:
    October 8, 2018 at 1:41 pm

    I had to look him up to see who he was, but his words were profound indeed.
    Best wishes, Pete.

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  2. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar Teagan R. Geneviene says:
    October 8, 2018 at 2:09 pm

    Ah… I miss him. The husband of an old friend used to look an awful lot like him — it drew lots of comments. If George were here today, he’d have a field day with the current situation. Thanks for sharing, Jennie. Hugs.

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  3. GP's avatar GP Cox says:
    October 8, 2018 at 2:22 pm

    He was hilarious!

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      October 8, 2018 at 8:20 pm

      He definitely was hilarious. Remember the routine where he didn’t say a word and the audience was howling with laughter? And then I read this piece he wrote. Wow! He was far more than a great comedian. I never knew that. Thanks, GP.

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  4. D. Wallace Peach's avatar D. Wallace Peach says:
    October 8, 2018 at 4:24 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing this, Jennie. I never knew Carlin was so sentimental. That was poignant and touching. The last line took my breath away. 🙂

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      October 8, 2018 at 8:28 pm

      I was struck, Diana. Like you, I knew he was a brilliant and funny comedian, but this writing was something else. I’m so glad you liked it. Yes, that last line…

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  5. Sue Dreamwalker's avatar Sue Dreamwalker says:
    October 8, 2018 at 5:49 pm

    Words we all perhaps need to heed right now Jennie.. Thank you for sharing them… ❤

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  6. Fourth Generation Farmgirl's avatar Fourth Generation Farmgirl says:
    October 8, 2018 at 8:13 pm

    Wonderful, Jennie! Thank you for sharing.

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  7. Karen DeMers Dowdall's avatar K. D. Dowdall says:
    October 8, 2018 at 9:07 pm

    Jennie, thank you so much for sharing and I just reblogged it too! Many of us have bit into the poison apple of wanting, but not needing, and have forgotten the beauty of simple things that mean a life well-lived. Karen 🙂

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  8. insearchofitall's avatar insearchofitall says:
    October 8, 2018 at 11:15 pm

    I always loved George Carlin. Miss his wisdom so much. He would have had a field day with what’s going on these days. Thanks for sharing this.

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  9. bitaboutbritain's avatar bitaboutbritain says:
    October 9, 2018 at 4:58 am

    I’m not sure George Carlin made it across the Pond – maybe he did – but there’s a lot of wisdom in that piece.

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      October 9, 2018 at 6:45 am

      You are not the first blogger from Britain who has said they did not know Carlin. His fame and humor must have only been on this side of the pond. His wisdom in this piece was new to me, and to many others. Many thanks!

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  10. Norah's avatar Norah says:
    October 9, 2018 at 8:42 am

    Thanks for sharing this Jennie. Wonderful advice.

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  11. rabbitpatchdiary.com's avatar rabbitpatchdiary.com says:
    October 10, 2018 at 5:25 pm

    this is all a tragic truth. how beautifully said-thank you!

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