Lori Cross GT Instructional Specialist Almost Retired Lori’s Retirement Party, 2005

1. Lori CrossGT Instructional SpecialistAlmost RetiredLori’s Retirement Party, 2005

2. I love Lori Cross.  When I first came to Britain, she was one of the first persons I meet.  She made a point to go out and to welcome me and to not judge me before I had even done anything.  Lori has always been there for me with a smile and a kind word. She is an expert in knowing when times are rough and giving me a hug or a thumbs-up to lift my spirits.  I can not imagine life at Britain without her.  She will be greatly missed not only for her wonderful, kind and nurturing nature but her amazing fashion sense.  Love you, Lori. Brenda Bingham

3. Lori,May your retirement - years be the best of your life. It’s been fun working with you. I will miss you! -Charles

4. Congratulations, Lori! There once was a teacher named Lori For her retirement we are all very sorry. For we’ll miss her each day, In so many different ways, But we know she will be in “retirement” glory. Best Wishes, Sue

5. Lori Cross • You’ve been such a great friend to me since I came here! Thanks for taking me under your wing when I was a new GT teacher! • Kim Moss

6. Lori, what a thrill it has been to have been a part of your life. You have not only been an outstanding person to work with, but believe it or not you have been a great therapist and guidance for my personal life. God Bless you! Love, Debbie Lopez

7. Lori Cross, Well, Lori your time is here. I wish you all the happiness and joy for your days ahead. We will miss you!!! Love, Gale

8. Lori, I am going to miss your daily smile and hug!!!! It’s been a pleasure working with you, and I am going to miss you tremendously! Since you will be tutoring and subbing for us, I won’t say goodbye, but I will say see ya later!!! Stephanie

9. Crazy • Relaxed • Old • Super • Silly • Loud • Original • Racy • Independent No matter what words describe you, Lori, I can tell you this…you WILL be missed!!! Have a blast, I know you will….and I’ll miss you for SURE!!! Lesley Carney, 2005

10. I’m going to miss you dear Lori Cross because you are so Loyal Organized Respectful, and Incredibly fun to be around Juan Carpio

11. It’s a miracle!!!!!!! I actually have 2 Tech Fusion’s Lori Congratulations Lori From: your team Lori talking….

12. Wonderful is what you are !! Lori, Congratulations !! I hope that you will enjoy every moment of your retirement. ♥ Leslie G.

13. Lori, you are an inspiration for all teachers. Your kind spirit and warm understanding of others are guiding lights for Britain. Karon Battle

14. Lori Cross,Well, … we were friends, mentor/pupil, - pupil/mentor. Anyways, we always made a great team. I will miss our daily genuine talks and your care for new teachers. Love, Tomas

15. We will truly miss you! Even though I’ve only been here a short time, you have inspired me, encouraged me, trusted me and made me laugh. I will always remember your kind words. Have fun in retirement – we are all jealous.  Miss Martin

16. L- loving • O – outrageous • R – retired (almost) • I – impossible to replace • C – comical • R – revered • O – overly computer illiterate • S – shop-a-holic • S – spoiled by hubby • Debbie Lusty

17. To Lori Cross, I hope your retirement will be filled with happiness and joy. I will sure miss you. You are a great friend. Gailen Kupper

18. Mrs. Cross,I want to take this opportunity to thank you for being so nice, kind and wonderful to everyone, specially the first year teachers . I also want to let you know that I feel very lucky to have shared some time and lessons with you, you were an inspiration! I wish you the best and I’m positive you’ll enjoy your retirement! Kisses, Xenia Garcia 

19. Lori’s Unforgettable Ship, … let’s see what she is up to for her retirement Lori Cross GT Instructional Specialist Almost Retired 

20. You reap what you sow You have been: Kind Patient Understanding And above all committed. It’s time to spread your wings and fly. If the saying is true Just imagine what’s in store for you!! Best wishes and enjoy. You deserve it. Lilia Garcia

21. Enjoy retirement What will I do without my job security. Kathleen

22. L laughterO orignalR retiredI irreplaceableWe will miss you, Lori. I’m saving your place for you at lunch.Love ya!Linda

23. I’m really going to miss you ! Enjoy your retirement to the fullest ( like you wouldn’t) Hope you stay in touch. Love, Paula T.

24. To the other Cross… You are awesome, and I loved sharing this year with you. I cannot thank you enough for all you have done for me. I wish you the best, and will miss you dearly! Love, Kasey

25. Can’t wait to hear about where ya’ll are traveling ! Have fun, Lori! We’ll miss you; but, are glad you get to retire. Love you, Betty F

26. Lori—One year is simply not enough… Thank you for meeting me after school everyday and making me laugh with all of your silly stories about what the students had said or done that day. It made me feel so much better about my students and all of the crazy things they did! Love, Stacey Hodson

27. Lori, Our school will not be the same without you. Enjoy your new found freedom! Junida Howard

28. From Julio Perez Lori, you are weird and all but fun and cool. We congratulate you in your long lasting teaching career. We will miss you lots…mainly in staff development.

29. To Ms. Lori Cross Even though I didn’t have the opportunity to work with you, I sense that you are a wonderful lady, good luck, Maite Bentinck

30. Lori rocks! • You’re retiring?!?!?!?! Who knew?! • Lori, thanks so much for all your help this year!! You’ve given me such great projects for my kids to really stretch them and their thinking. I’m so blessed to have you as a mentor teacher!! • As a bonus, it’s great to work with someone who makes me feel normal!!  Love, Crawford 

31. Big Hugs and farewell, best wishes in the new stage of life you heading into . Dance, drink, behave, laugh and have all the fun you deserve. Jorge Romero 05/03/2005

32. Enjoy Your Journeys To Come! Cheryl, Monica and Tina

33. Precious Lori Always has a kind word to say to. Always gives a encouragement. Will surely miss you! Love , Tan

34. There are not too many people like you in the world. You have a very special way of making people feel important. It is that sense of humor that you possess. People are drawn to you because they feel the Spirit that is within you. I am so very glad I met you. I know you will keep people laughing wherever you go. Thanks, N. Galindo

35. Lori, I have truly enjoyed working with you for the past 6 year. Have a great time being retired and enjoy all that extra time to be with your family. Mary Ann Caster

36. Lori, Lori Always remember! Just because you find a pair of panties in the bathroom, doesn’t mean someone wore them in there!! Lisa Peniston Thanks

37. To Lori: Lucky dog getting to retire while still in the prime of your youth! Over-the-hill ? Not on your life! Really – could you be just a little bit more subtle about all the fun you’re going to have. I will miss you so much – it’s been an honor working with you! You are truly an inspiration. Thanks – Kathy Carlson

38. Lori talking… Thank you for keeping your children quiet, thank you for the wonderful food in the recovery room, thank you for giving us a partner during the test, thanks for the people who gave us 45 minutes off, and thanks for the prayers even if you are not suppose to pray in schools. This is my last TAKS TEST!  YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lori Cross GT Instructional Specialist Almost Retired