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Crunch time.
It’s the day before the first day of school (for three of my kids). I have three back to back back to school socials. Then we get ready for the big show for everybody (but Max, who has a teacher conference in the afternoon). The first day of school (Max’s first day is Monday, so… Read more
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Imagine.
Having to be escorted to high school by the 101st Airborne Division of the United States Army to protect your life. To get the public education you have a right to. In the United States. Because you are black. Enduring threats, insults and attacks for an entire year at the hands of your new classmates.… Read more
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Goodbye Summer.
I knew you were gone when I woke up this morning and my teeth were almost chattering. I didn’t get to do everything I wanted, but I really enjoyed your company, except when you were so hot I thought I was back down South. Then, we were not the best of friends. I’ll still miss… Read more
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A Strong Voice
This plinky prompt asked us to name a book we had read that had a captivating voice. Here goes. I had already heard and read lots of good things about Craig Robinson upon his arrival in the Pacific Northwest to coach the men’s basketball team at Oregon State University and there was the matter of… Read more
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