First off, I would like to thank all the support you have given my wife. This Blog is her life, her joy, her love. If she could not sleep she would be here writing. If she had a thought she would be here writing. If she had a dream, a problem, an idea, a focus, or just wanted to write this is where she would be. You are inspiration to her writings. Xander and I thank you for being there. I wish I could say more on how much everyones support means to me but I do not have the talent Hillary does when it comes to words.
I do have a story to share with everyone.
When Hillary first started college she wanted to be a writer or editor. She was going after a degree in communications and what better place than NYC area. Her freshmen year she became editor and writer. The teachers saw her talent and wanted to expose her talent to everyone. She received A+ grades in every class and did an excellent job for the newspaper. 9/11 happened at the point and NYC was hurting. Communication jobs were starting to become more difficult to find so Hillary was thinking about a different job. She talked to me and others. She was really thinking about nursing. I told her that she was an excellent writer and she should go after the nursing career. Her thought process was, she could become a nurse and could travel to say, Africa as a nurse by helping people and than she could write about it as a reporter. She thought she found a way into these countries that needed help by becoming a nurse and writing about all the bad things going on. The nursing classes started (I think the end of her freshmen year) and she went to school in the summers and received a BS nursing degree. I want you to know she was only in school for a total of 3 years when it takes 4 years for a nursing degree, that included the first year in communications. She also had the highest GPA in nursing when she graduated. She was perfect for the job. She always set goals for herself and completed them. That is just one of the things I love about her (self driven).
There are 4 new Posts besides this one. Her Baldie's Blog will continue as long as possible. Vic will have more updates and maybe I will share more stories on how she lived.
I do have a story to share with everyone.
When Hillary first started college she wanted to be a writer or editor. She was going after a degree in communications and what better place than NYC area. Her freshmen year she became editor and writer. The teachers saw her talent and wanted to expose her talent to everyone. She received A+ grades in every class and did an excellent job for the newspaper. 9/11 happened at the point and NYC was hurting. Communication jobs were starting to become more difficult to find so Hillary was thinking about a different job. She talked to me and others. She was really thinking about nursing. I told her that she was an excellent writer and she should go after the nursing career. Her thought process was, she could become a nurse and could travel to say, Africa as a nurse by helping people and than she could write about it as a reporter. She thought she found a way into these countries that needed help by becoming a nurse and writing about all the bad things going on. The nursing classes started (I think the end of her freshmen year) and she went to school in the summers and received a BS nursing degree. I want you to know she was only in school for a total of 3 years when it takes 4 years for a nursing degree, that included the first year in communications. She also had the highest GPA in nursing when she graduated. She was perfect for the job. She always set goals for herself and completed them. That is just one of the things I love about her (self driven).
There are 4 new Posts besides this one. Her Baldie's Blog will continue as long as possible. Vic will have more updates and maybe I will share more stories on how she lived.
18 comments:
Jon that would be awesome to share more stories. I think that you, Xander, and Vic could do a great job of keeping this going. I know you would have followers. Just know that you, too, are amazing, strong and a fighter. Frank said it right when he said "Team St.Pierre-Ford is bigger than life, and bigger than my words." (I think I got that right Frank!)
John..... See I am so glad to see you write on here... You n Hillary were meant to be... I think you n Vic should continue to write on here just like she would want... I am always here for you, x, and the family.... Hillary n all of you are stronger than strong n inspirational to me n many others n I thank you for that.... Thank you for shaking :)
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Michelle Springer
Nice, This Post is very much relevant and Informatics. I was in search of such kind a stuff. So, I like this, what You have shared. Thanks a lot
I am so glad you are continuing - you will be guided ( of that I have no doubt) as to your posts
jon, feel free to email me whatever you have got, if you'd like, and ill see whether to post them on the huff post. i also want to know more about her unpublished work and figure out if there's anything to do with it. lindaerinkeenan@yahoo.com.
i would also say that i worked at cnn for years as a writer, and hillary's abilities in this area were IMMEDIATELY apparent to me upon discovering the blog after one of my best friends was diagnosed with lymphoma.
-all the best, linda keenan
Jon I think that everything everyone else has stated is true, I think u and Vic and Xander should all write on here..
Jon ... I echo the comments of others ... great to see you taking up the mantle.
As I read your post, I was reminded of soemthing I said on Sunday:
"there aren’t many people whom I truly admire. That is saved for a select few. Today, there is such a person among us - a co-captain of Team St. Pierre-Ford … Hillary’s husband Jon."
I admire the fact that you have honored Hillary by contributing the story ... you make me proud!!
It is also a great answer to my "So what?" question ... I hope others will figure out ways to keep the legacy of our girl alive.
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Jon, My heart aches for you and Xander for you are where we were 18 months ago. Know that it gets better, though it doesn't go away. What a joy it has been to share this journey through Baldie's Blog. Bless you both, and God Speed. I would love to keep reading.
Marleigh Savage
Jon, I think of you & Xander every day. I discovered Hillary's blog through Linda Keenan, and as you know Hillary had a talent of making friends in cyberspace. I am proud to consider myself Hillary's friend even though we didn't hang out in person. I touched base with her all the time, and I adored her. We'll all keep fighting the good fight on her behalf. Lots of love & support!
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