I, too, was saddened to hear of the death of Michael Pyryt.

As a teacher, I hoped throughout my years in the G/T classroom, that I made an impact. A short anecdote of one time that Michael had a personal impact on me.

I've attended several NAGC conferences, but only presented at one of them, a few years ago. There I was, a novice, and Michael Pyryt was in the room next door, scheduled to present at the same time as I was. I wondered if anyone would come to my presentation! As I stood there musing about my dilemma a few minutes before the presentation time, Michael strode into my room, wished me well, and assured me that I would have an audience. What a lovely gesture - I have not forgotten.

SANDY WASSERMAN