The first memory I have of Lynne Johnson was on September 11, 2001. I was the new teacher at Saba Comprehensive School and she was the only other “American” on staff. She is from New York originally but has lived almost her entire “adult” life as a Caribbean Dutch resident. That day we connected as we watched the horror unfold on the school computer lab desk tops.
In the weeks and months to follow she mentored me so lovingly into life as a small Caribbean island teacher. She taught me the ropes and gave me the best advice.
Ms. Lynne is the reason I slice an avocado on my chicken salad and sprinkle pecans and salt on top. She taught me what a baseball/soccer/any kind of sport mom was suppose do and look like. Ms. Lynne encouraged me to say “yes” more than “no” to my own children. She has shown me the epitome of grace, hospitality, and coolness in the midst of stress. She is the reason I enjoy afternoon coffee. She has shown me the value of a calm, beautiful, slow paced life based on relationship. She is a treasure to me.
Documentary 3...I am so excited to share this one, because my friends, you get to meet my precious Ms. Lynne. Everyone needs someone just like this lady in their life.
Along with her, our friend Jonathan, aka Governor Johnson, is featured in this third installment. He has been an amazing and fun friend and truly one of the best leaders I have ever known. He has a pretty awesome wife, too. (Had to give you a shout out, Rosa!)
One of my dear students speaks about Lipscomb as well. Jessica Gumbs brought a lot of goodness to my days at Saba Comprehensive. I am so proud to witness the young lady she has become, full of determination and drive. I am thankful that I still get to visit with her each trip and I am honored to be in her life and have her in mine.
The principal that Jessica now works under was interviewed and was shown in the first episode as well. Diane Wilson has been a constant for the children of Saba for years now. She has my utmost respect and I count her as a great friend and role model.
I am so happy that Myron is featured as well in this episode. Many times, folks easily see how blessed this fella has been by Lipscomb. But in my opinion Lipscomb and so many others here have been even more blessed by him.
The principal that Jessica now works under was interviewed and was shown in the first episode as well. Diane Wilson has been a constant for the children of Saba for years now. She has my utmost respect and I count her as a great friend and role model.
I am so happy that Myron is featured as well in this episode. Many times, folks easily see how blessed this fella has been by Lipscomb. But in my opinion Lipscomb and so many others here have been even more blessed by him.
And Rolland, Bri, and Mikayla...three of the many reasons so many Lipscomb students and their friends keep going back to this Unspoiled Queen.
Meet some of our Saban loved ones. Enjoy this final episode of the documentary series. We truly are One Family...
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