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I am a third year 7th grade English teacher and I have a unique family with a treasure trove of true tales that are indeed stranger than fiction.

I grew up in Memphis, Tennessee and now reside in a so called suburb known as Southaven, Mississippi.

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Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Respect: 1 of 15
Yesterday, she was a little girl, smiling, laughing, But somewhere in between yesterday and today she looked around and no one was watching. Then the dawn of today brought about a new horizon. She learned how to get people to watch again. To be watched, one must entertain, she found. And so she did. And it worked.It was only ... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Bathrooms: 5 of 52
Dear Dillard's of Southaven, I would like to take this opportunity to express my genuine acknowledgement and appreciation that the restroom facilities at your establishment are by far the one of the cleanest and most pleasant bathrooms I have ever encountered.Believe me when I say that I have seen a lot of bathrooms. Even if ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: God: 23 of 179
I am close to God,Not because I speak to Him constantly;For He knows the depths of my heart already.I am close to God,Not because I feel His presence;For there are times I feel forsaken.I am close to God,Not because I can hear His voice;For He speaks with no sound.I am close to God,Not because I know His will;For His thoughts... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Southern English: 2 of 14
Difficult as it is to admit, I find myself waxing a bit sentimental as I reluctantly settle into adulthood. (Adulthood? How did that happen? Better still, how on earth do I stop it?)When I think on childhood and reflect on days gone by, I find myself feeling like a stranger to my own life. I feel like the old life is dead and... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Coffee: 4 of 24
So I'm addicted to coffee. Don't judge me; it's how I deal with my life. Don't believe me? I teach 7th graders and if I don't stay caffeinated, some of these prepubescent mutants could break lose and take over the world. I'm dedicated to not letting that happen, not on my watch. I must remain alert! My energy level must also ... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Going to the hospital: 5 of 27
I knew I was supposed to have a driver today. That's what my sheet said. But did I get one? Yup, you guessed right. I didn't. It was clearly communicated to me in a letter from my hematologist that I was: A.) supposed to stop taking coumadin for three days, B.) have nothing to eat or drink after 6:00 p.m. the night before, an... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christianity (Other) Reflections: God provides, He always does: 3 of 16
Once upon a time, when I was perhaps a little too embarrassed to really share this amazing story, perhaps due to stubborn pride, I was going to have to go without lunch for a couple of days.It was at the very end of February of last year. I had just moved into my own little humble abode over Christmas break and was living fro... More..
Education > College Life Humor: When going to a lecture is required in college: 2 of 7
Who needs to go to class? Who needs to study? Here is a list of things to do when bored in the dorms at ole' BMC:Everything on this list has been tried and tested, so feel free to try the following suggestions at any time:Randomly hide your old shoes around campus.Follow your roommate around with a can of Lysol and spray ever... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Making time for God: 5 of 15
As the smoke clears from yet another burned bridge, I know that there's something to be learned here, something else in addition to the other fifty million things God is presently teaching me. In this particular situation, what grieves me is not how I feel I have been treated, but the somber realization that I've treated God... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: High school: 8 of 20
It is often said that one's high school years are to be the best years of a young person's life. I suppose that is true for many. As for myself, however, if high school is as good as it gets, then I am in serious trouble. If there were stairs to climb, I tripped on them. If there were books to carry, I dropped them. If there ... More..