John Cummings:
CLASS OF 1975
Woodrow Wilson High SchoolClass of 1975
Long beach, CA
John's Story
Where do I begin? Life is the most awesome adventure in the Universe. I know that now as I am sure most of you do also. Whatever you chose to do in your life matters to the rest of us...as we are all truly connected on this little blue ball hurtling through space. I have done so many things in my life....some, very proud and defining moments...some, not so much!!! Mistakes...as Mr Sinatra said...I've made a few...but then again..toofew to mention. I feel that my existence is funnelled through my 3 wonderful children...and so far...1 grandchild. I have been divorced for 17 years and had the great fortune and opportunity to take charge of my children 12 years ago. At that time I really didn't think I was that fortunate...3 children and allllllllll of the anxiety of wondering how I was going to perform as a full time parent. I did not consider myself a "Parent" seeing my children every other weekend for 48 hours. My son was a "D" student at that time...my Daughters were fairing a little better....but not much. Through devotion (both ways) and respect (again both ways)...my children out performed my greatest expectations!!! At one point all 3 were on the Honor Roll at the same time. This milestone was reported in the local news rag. My Son graduated HS as a member of the Presidential Honor Society. both Girls Letttered in Academic Acievement.....I didn't even know there was such an honor...but, there are both of their "letters" proudly framed along with all of the other awards earned through the years. As I lean back in my chair...I notice a little bit of a pot belly..you may chuckle if you wish....I certainly do!!! My existence in this world is clear..it's not about money or how much "stuff" I have. It's not about how much traveling I've done or things I've seen. Not about keeping up with the neighbors...Expand for more
and all of those needful things that we sell our souls for. Even the happiness we seek is overshadowed by what we leave in our wake. My Legacy is my children. Simple as it sounds. I realized this a Christmas 2011. We were all sitting around the table after dinner...mind you, this is the first time in 5 years we have been together for the Holiday, My children and their "significant others" 11 of us to be exact...started talking about their lives. As I sat there listening to the others who were not family members by bloodline...I felt a deep saddness as they spoke of their Parents....to make anotherwise boring story short..everyone around the table thanked, hugged, shook hands, and kissed this man and thanked me for the guidance, the patience, and most of all the undying Love that they received from me. I just wanted to share that little slice of fact and life with whomever will sit here and read this. I think about all of you often....more often as lifes days become fewer. I remember the great friends and great times that made up that point in time of my life. I find myself drifting back to the mid 70's....for some odd reason...to visit the women of my life whom I Loved so dearly....I realize that now...all too late for anything to matter. I did Love them though. I surely do miss those days in the Quad and on the stage where I spent so many wonderful hours working on sets and lighting and sound systems,,,with my nearest and dearest friends. Those days are gone....but the memories..locked away in a very special room of the mind to be visited and revisited to bring a smile and to warm the heart of the man who owns them. I will leave you alone now.....I miss you all...this is the truth from my heart. In the imortal words of Mr. Spock....Live long and prosper....Peace and long life.........John R. Cummings
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