A Lost Colleague

He left one day without saying goodbye.I cherished the moments that we shared.He must have known my heart would wail and cry.I wonder at the end if he was scared.I wish I could take back that canceled lunch,I mourn for those who missed time with him too.Instead I told him something else came up.He did... Continue Reading →

You Will Not

A guidance counselor, parent, or coach,Each utters the same remark, “You will not.”People you believe are beyond reproach,saying to you, you haven’t got a shot.You will not pass the test or make the grade.You will not perform when it truly counts.You will not win the game when it is played.You will not beat the pressure... Continue Reading →

A Teacher’s Hope: Being Remembered

How do you want to be remembered by your students? And, moreimportantly, when?For your awards or accolades and only at the end?In some big ceremony, retirement, or a funeral attended by many,Which of those ways do I want to be remembered by my students? Not any.I want to be remembered during certain times by those... Continue Reading →

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