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HARD

I sat at the intersection in front of the school, with the 8:33 a.m. sun glaring in my window, head throbbing, tears streaming, trying to think which way to turn. Why can’t I think which way to turn? I need to get Zachary. Why is this so hard? I suddenly remembered sitting in the floorContinue reading “HARD”

SUMMER

I normally get excited about organizing school supplies and getting new school clothes for the boys. But, whatever. It’s pencils and I’m over them. And boys back to school shopping is boring. There is only so much you can do with a t-shirt. My woes for the end of summer are endless and more exaggeratedContinue reading “SUMMER”

DEAR TEACHER

Dear Teacher, Today I registered my son for kindergarten. In August, I will walk him into your classroom and allow his mind to be molded by what you have prepared. My little boy is the one with the brightest blue eyes and the most concerned face. He’ll be the one who stands very closely toContinue reading “DEAR TEACHER”