She began her teaching career as a substitute in Richmond, CA. Schools that ran the gamut from the hills of Berkeley to the low lands of poverty below San Pablo Avenue. The higher the hill, the more economic and educational advantages. Some of the schools were filled with the children of university professors and students. … Continue reading Richmond Unified
The Dance
When Kristie was five or six, she took tap dancing lessons along with hula and gymnastics. Her mother took an adult class the next hour. Kristie sat waiting for her coloring pictures or reading a book, but what she was really interested in was the more complex tap routine the ladies were working on. out… Continue reading The Dance
at my will
Although I am congenial enough, I often prefer my own company. When my whimsy and muses can flourish – at my will- along with my moods and desires. All things in nature please me the most Like watching : flowers grow purple, koi swimming in swirls of orange, fire glowing hot and red, rain glistening… Continue reading at my will
Grad Night Fiasco
She was finally going to get to go to Grad Night with Cheesy! She knew how much fun it was last year and even though she didn’t get to go to prom with him, she was still holding her parents to their promise. Her mom had taken her out to buy Cheesy a graduation present.… Continue reading Grad Night Fiasco
Evil Mistress
She wakes retching in a panic in the middle of the night… Believing the lies, the brain washing, the Evil Mistress, the Mother of all fuckers, her boon to bear… – Neverland Child – She would not budge, and this is what made her sick. She would never change – not for the sake of anyone.… Continue reading Evil Mistress