The weather was warm, the sky was bright and we were eager to savor our Saturday. Neighbors were mowing their lawns, sailing on the lake or scrambling to get their hands on turkey legs and funnel cakes during … Read the rest
A couple of Fridays ago, Layla and I sat in an awards assembly at Nia’s elementary school, cheering her on as she won recognition for Most Improved and Academic Excellence. Our Resident Diva basked in the spotlight while chatting with … Read the rest
She was tall, thin and matronly, with cat’s-eye glasses and a helmet of salt-and-pepper curls. Her name was Lola Garrison, and she was my sixth-grade teacher.
A sweet, soft-spoken woman who rarely raised her voice, Mrs. Garrison once chastised … Read the rest
When Darius’ voice started deepening, his height increased, and pre-pubescent roundness melted away to reveal the longer limbs of burgeoning manhood, it became time to have “The Talk.”
The focus of this traditional discussion wouldn’t break down the differences between … Read the rest