I just remembered a happening during my school time. Since it is Tuesday I thought I’d make it a tidbit.
I was 15 and the darling of one of our teachers. Whenever the class wanted something they pushed me to convince him which mostly worked out. I did not feel well because I never wanted to abuse others… but when it served the purpose and nobody got hurt… π
It was exam time and of course, cheating was forbidden. But I missed learning the bone parts of the head. I did not know how to help myself other than cheating. I have to admit that I was a boring good girl. I never cheated. I was too nervous to get caught. I used to have a transparent envelope with some notes in it as a plotting pad. When I got the exam papers I picked the paper with the solutions and put it right on the top of the envelope. Then I put the exam onto it. That way I was able to read the bone parts.
Everything was going well. The teacher went through the classroom looking at what people are writing. Since I was his preferred student he stopped at my desk and took a closer look. No problem! Everything is under control. But then it happened!!!!
He took my exam and lifted it up. I was staring at my bare envelope showing all the results, holding my breath, my heart was ready to burst, my hands started sweating, my head was deep red, and my eyes were as big as the wheels of my Durango. I did not dare to look up what he was doing, seeing, or possibly thinking. I was sure that was it: I am cheating for once in my life and my goose is cooked. Do you know how it feels when everything happens in slow motion all of a sudden? That was such a moment. I thought time stands still.
While I was still in that paralyzed state my teacher put the paper back onto my envelope and simply moved on. I was like Haaaa???? Did he really only look at my results and not see the answers lying naked in front of him? Or did he just pretend to not have seen it? I never asked… But also I never cheated again!
I hope you all have a wonderful Tuesday and that life treats you well. If not then treat life well! Simply try to feel good!!!
In Love and Light!
Oh wow what a moment! Busted! Talk about humbling…..I admit I have protecting my groveling skills over the years π
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P.S. I love Buble I haven’t listened in a while I think I will today thank you for the song. I love this song! π
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You are very welcome! π
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Time to let the dogs out… π
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Well you included Michael Buble and I’m Canadian so how could I NOT follow your blog? π
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Haha, I am glad I did it in order to find you. Welcome, Christy! I am so happy to meet you. I performed the song myself several times and Buble’s version of the song was my model. I like that one a lot. Also I love his song: It’s a beautiful day. I could always dance hearing it. Have a great day π
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Ohhhh that’s so neat about your Buble connection, Erika! I smile whenever it comes on the radio π You take care too!
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You too, Christy!!!
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I enjoyed the story, it reminded me of a similar experience in high school π and thank you for the song, exactly what I needed! Have a great day!
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Guess we all went throuhg something similar… lol. Glad the song did the trick! Have a great day, too!
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He must have been a wonderful teacher! He probably knew that a little scare was all that was needed with his star pupil!
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Honestly, Rob! I am sure he did not notice it. He was not a very young teacher and he did not expect me cheating. He only knew I was a good student and therefore was interested in my answers. Still I am pretty sure about that. I guess I would have sensed it. Anyway, perhaps my charm helped… π
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Great story – my heart was beating too fast just reading it!!! So glad it turned out well, a great lesson too!
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Absolutely… lol!
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He must have really liked you… But I guess you also learned your lesson… π
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Definitely. I still believe he did not see it. He was only focused on the sheet of paper in his hands.
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Good for Michael Buble – and this song!
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I love that song. I sang it at one of my book presentations a few years ago.
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Of course we all love it – but it doesn’t belong to Michael Bubble!!!
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I know about that. It is an older song. But I love his version. Acutally I love George Michael’s version more. But I thought the video is not appropriate for my blog… lol.
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Erika – I congratulate your way of thinking!! Bravo!!
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