Influential Teachers

Every man and every person who lives in this world wields an influence whether for good or evil. It is not alone what he says, it is not alone what he does it is what he is. Every man, every person radiates what he or she is. It is what we are and what we radiate that affects the people around us.--David O. McKay, Improvement Era, 1966

Bishop and Sister Harman are amazing teachers. I've never known any quite like them. Their influence has touched me as I'm sure they've touched others simply by magnifying their calling. This year Erik had the privilege of having them as his CTR 8 teachers. For Christmas they gave each child in their class a homemade pillow, carefully hand-stitched and sewn.

Bishop Harman was our bishop when we moved into the ward 3 1/2 years ago. Shortly after, he was released and put in the Primary as a teacher with his wife to help. Homework is part of their curriculum and every child earns Cold Stone certificates depending on how many "homeworks" they've handed in. When it is their class's turn for Sharing Time, the class is invited to their home the week before for dinner and to practice. They never miss a baptism. I have been very impressed with their level of commitment and their love of the gospel and for the children in Primary. Having them as teachers has been a blessing for Erik and for me. Thank you Bishop and Sister Harman for your dedication.