Hold Open The Door For Others
Relationships are complicated, and sometimes changes happen so gradually that we don’t even notice them. I had this experience with a friend at Rangeview.
Bobby was a custodian at Rangeview and had been there almost since the beginning in 1982. He was a fixture, the institutional memory of the school.…Mommy, I’m Sorry
Most of my blog posts are fun, whimsical, or educational. This one is not.
This is the story of a five-year-old boy who lived with the feeling that his mother was mad at him. It is a story of sadness, grief, and longing.…
Firsts – Girls & Championships
Allen Elementary was a fun school to attend. I had great teachers, memorable experiences, and it was the place where I had my first crush and won my first championship. They may have been the victories of a second and third grader, but they were milestones nonetheless.…
Questionable Ethics – Doughnut Heaven
The years I spent working at the Royal Fork gave me a great opportunity to understand business and what it takes to be successful. We also got to see firsthand how businesses supported each other, strengthening the local economy. It was in this spirit that my fellow dishwashers and I started helping out at the doughnut shop across Colfax.…
4th Grade – Vaccinations & Arm Wrestling
School Vaccinations and the Fourth-Grade Arm Wrestling Championship
Back in the 1960s, some vaccinations happened at school. I have a vivid memory of my first experience with this. We were completely unsuspecting, unprepared for what was about to happen.
Miss Kenealy lined us up and marched us to the cafeteria.…
Introduction to Theatre
Small moments in life can have a huge impact. Looking back, I realize that many of my interests and passions were sparked by events that might seem insignificant to others. Theatre, for example, became a major part of my life—first in high school and later when I taught at Rangeview.…