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Jeff Archuleta's avatar

Once again, I must state that you're an outstanding writer, Ben. A great, insightful article. Also, I loved spelling bees as a kid and won second place in my school's 5th grade competition.

Ben Ulansey's avatar

The support really means the world, Jeff! Thank you so much.

That’s really cool about the spelling bee! Remember any of the winning words?

I was always curious to join one when I was younger (and still today would be curious how I’d do, truthfully). But if they had them locally as a kid, I don’t think they were school-sponsored or anything. I don’t remember ever hearing about them, at least!

Jeff Archuleta's avatar

My pleasure, Ben. It's been too many decades ago, so I don't remember any of the words, and have even forgotten the word I misspelled! I'm guessing that, like many other school activities and programs, spelling bees have sadly also become obsolete.