Retired educator Reva Martin was surprised Wednesday when a parade of cars, including a Shelbyville policeman with lights flashing, drove by her home, honking and greeting her by name. The group was celebrating Reva’s 90th birthday. In her teacherly manner, the retired teacher put her hands on her hips and stated, “Now I know why you wanted me to move my car!”...
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Retired educator Reva Martin was surprised Wednesday when a parade of cars, including a Shelbyville policeman with lights flashing, drove by her home, honking and greeting her by name. The group was celebrating Reva’s 90th birthday.
In her teacherly manner, the retired teacher put her hands on her hips and stated, “Now I know why you wanted me to move my car!”
Many passersby were former students; she taught children for 37 years. Stopping by for cake were some of her long-time friends and family.
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