Category Archives: Mother

An Unquenchable Thirst for Knowledge

Posted on May 14, 2021 by maryannniemczura

Mary Elizabeth was born on May 14.  Early on, she possessed a thirst for knowledge.  Languages, literature, and history intrigued her.  When informed she had to have a study hall in high school, she made it work for her. The … Continue reading →

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Thank You, Mom!

Posted on April 21, 2017 by maryannniemczura

Each April brings reminders of her. I was preparing for my second Fulbright teaching exchange to the former East Berlin. My mother died April 26, 1994, in Colorado so I flew out for the funeral and to help in close … Continue reading →

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Quick thinking…

Posted on January 24, 2015 by maryannniemczura

As part of being a teacher, parent and a mother, I have grown accustomed to “assuming blame” when something has been misplaced or heaven forbid moved somewhere such as sweaters or a sock. Even my husband claims he put in … Continue reading →

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