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Read more: how farThere have been a lot of specific moments this summer that have revealed to me how far we’ve come. A few weeks ago, the kids and I went out for pizza at our favorite spot. The kids like it because there’s an old-school gum-ball machine in the vestibule. I like it because I can buy…
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the old man and the sea
Read more: the old man and the seaMy students and I are about to start reading The Old Man and the Sea, and I’m excited/scared to explore the idea of defeat with them. In the book Santiago fights to bring home the greatest marlin man has ever seen, and although he fails, there is still victory in his return. Even though the sea has beat him down to disillusionment and despair. Even…
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excited for a face fall
Read more: excited for a face fallI’m so excited. I’m not ready, and I’m behind in all the work that has to get done before next Monday, but I am excited. I’m excited to see my students, to start our classes, to watch this year happen. It should be different, I think. A year ago, in this position, sitting through these same meetings, preparing for these same classes, all I can…
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home, for now
Read more: home, for nowI made my way back to Ecuador this past Friday, and it feels like I arrived home. My home. This city in the mountains, my little apartment tucked away on a hill, my sister’s in-laws who make me feel like family, my classroom at school–these are all bits and pieces of the home I’ve come to call Ecuador. And I am so grateful for the…
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