Kim Hoskin:
CLASS OF 1979
Paris High SchoolClass of 1979
Paris, ON
Kim's Story
Hi past classmates! Has it really been over 42 years since we walked out the doors of Paris District High School? If only I had the wisdom I have today, and could do it all over again. I always loved school but I know now I really limited my opportunities because of who I was. I didn’t embrace everyone who wanted to be my friend. I dated exclusively during highschool which I wouldn’t recommend to anyone that age. I was struggling with depression and other issues I wasn’t aware of at the time, but I advocate for mental health issues today. I tried to be a good person, but know today that I could have done better. We do better when we know better. I know now the people I hurt back then, not on purpose, more from immaturity and ignorance. If I hurt you back then by saying no to a date, or by distancing myself from you when you tried to be my friend, or said something mean behind your back, I apologize from the bottom of my heart. Believe me, I’ve thought of reaching out to a few people and saying I’m sorry over the years. I haven’t forgot! I hope everyone went on to live your best life. I’m the proud mom of 3 kids, 2 girls, 1 boy, and a proud grandma of 1 grandson, and I’m on my second marriage. I unfortunately married too young and chose wrong the first time, but almost 21 yrs ago now, I got it right and met my best f...Expand for more
riend and new husband. I chose not to pursue a post secondary education, a surprise to many I’m sure, another of my bad life choices. But I don’t dwell on regrets, and feel I did what I did as part of a bigger plan. Had I not worked the many jobs I have, I would not have met some of the wonderful people I have, or made some of the greatest friends a woman can have. I would not have gained the knowledge I have had I not been exposed to so many different types of work, and a variety of people. I’ve learned something from every person I have met throughout my life, both good and bad. I’ve learned who I do and do not want to be like. I believe we cross paths at a particular time because it’s where we are meant to be at that time. To make mistakes is human, to not learn from them is a sad shame. I’m not very techie( well not at all) and I’m having trouble navigating this website. Hopefully I’ll get it figured out and can catch up with some of those I remember, or get the chance to connect with some this old brain does not remember. I wish everyone health and happiness. Just remember, the only thing in life that matters is friends/ family. Relationships are more important than money, success and material possessions! Too bad some of us dont learn this until soooo late in life. But....better late than never
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