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A letter from Neal Goren '75
Dear Class of 1975,
This year we mark and celebrate 45 years from when we graduated from Abington Friends School. We think back to a time of memories of being a class to ourselves. We were the first co-education to graduate since the Depression. We think back of the teachers that influenced and prepared us for the next several chapters in our lives. We think back of the relationships from our fellow students. We remember sitting still and quiet during Meeting For Worship. I remember that when it was absolutely still, one could hear the clock on the wall as it clicks. We often wish that we could get 45 minutes just to think and meditate.
Class of 1975, it has been 45 years since graduation. We have gone our separate ways. We have experienced great trials and tribulations in our lives. We have hit milestones, that need to be shared.
I received my degree in Television Operations and Management from the American University. For the next 20 years I worked with Independent and Network Broadcast Stations in Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, New Mexico, Tampa and Fort Lauderdale.
For the next 20 years I became a Headhunter for the Telecommunications Industry and for Medical Facilities. I now work for DaniJohnson.com. A business and life coach.
I am married to a wonderful woman, Kerry Goren. We have daughter, Kyra, who just graduated from Colorado State University, with a degree in Ethnic Studies. We also have a son, Chasen who will be starting his sophomore year this fall at Colorado University, Boulder. He is studying Computer Science.
In the last several months I am undergoing chemotherapy treatment for Multiple Myeloma. When one receives a diagnosis like this, one starts to reflect on their purpose in life. To quote Dani Johnson, “All are called, few are chosen.”
What is your choice in your purpose?
I challenge the class of 1975 to share what have you done in the last 45 years. Do not let 2020 go by with a whimper. It is your time to shine. Be the light!
Regards,
Neal Goren1975
nrgoren57@gmail.com
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