“I’m proud of you.” “You happen to be one of the strongest women I know.” “I want you to know that I miss you!” “I learn so much when you teach me!” “Thank you for being my piano teacher. I love you!” These are some texts I have bookmarked on my phone to remind me when I need encouragement. Some …
BIRTHDAY MUSINGS It’s my birthday today. I share that information because it puts into context my writing. When I woke up, the cat jumped on my head, walked across my pillow, and began knocking things off my dresser; I had some profound thoughts. Rolling over and coming to a standing position, my mind began to process the following postulations. “I’m …
I was a bit of a troublemaker in middle school. I struggled with learning, so I took on the role of the class clown. I used to really act up in my science class. Mr. Cline was often the recipient of my shenanigans, outbursts, and disrespect in some cases. I hadn’t seen him in 25 years, but when I walked …
