Ms. Kathy
Photography by Adam Ewing, UVAMagazine.org
If you’re reading this, the little things matter.
This semester, IfYoureReadingThis had the incredible honor of receiving a message from our very own Ms. Kathy. In her submission, Ms. Kathy refers to herself as “UVa student body mom,” and we are confident that any of our community members who have had the opportunity of interacting with her would agree. Ms. Kathy has been an essential part of so many of our UVa experiences, thanks to her infectious smile and her seemingly limitless kindness. As part of her ability to make all of our days brighter, she wanted to share something with all of you.
If you’re reading this, you are important.
If you’re reading this, you should know that I need you in my life so much! Without all of you, my life in Charlottesville would be a much darker place. If you could see the challenges I face daily outside of UVa, you would know how much your love for me is needed. You are awesome creations that fit this circle of life to keep it going. Hang in there because we will make it together! LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH!
Ms. Kathy, University of Virginia
Student Body Mom
In an effort to give back to Ms. Kathy even the tiniest bit of the immense love she shows us, we asked members of our community to share some of their love for Ms. Kathy. Ms. Kathy has the ability to make any day better, through reminding us that we are all “butt-kickers” or wrapping us in the best hugs.
Using Ms. Kathy as motivation, we wanted to demonstrate that each and every one of us has the ability to make someone’s day through even the smallest words of kindness, love, and admiration.
With that in mind, here are some of our community members’ responses regarding everything Ms. Kathy has given them:
“Last year on my darkest days Ms. Kathy was always able to bring me sunshine”
“She has made my UVA experience better. Her daily comments and her hug after a failed exam have always brightened my day”
“She always finds a way to make me smile, which is so helpful especially during midterms”
“She is the sweetest lady on Grounds. She makes a day the best one of the week”
“She showed me how much a simple smile can make somebody’s day”
“Brightens my day every time I see her!!”
“Her mindset is incredible. She can find something beautiful in everyone. A wonderful soul!”
“Brightened a bad day”
“You’ve made me smile on some really tough days. I can’t thank you enough”
“She is someone you can always go to to brighten your day”
“A whole queen. Brightens my day every time I see her at Newcomb. Wonderful soul.”
“Ms. Kathy has made UVA feel like a home every day. Her smile is contagious and she loves each student like they are her own child. She makes me feel so loved so far away from home”
The Students of the University of Virginia
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