A Change of Plans

Snow Storm Coming I had already run around in short sleeves. I had already let my daughter frolic outside in flip-flops with butterflies on them. I had already pulled out the spring clothes and encouraged my children to splash in puddles of warm melted snow.  The weather report said a huge snow storm was coming, […]

Not Even for a Second

I’m driving home from a depressing budget meeting where I learn that the English Department can no longer afford to keep many of its most wonderful instructors.  Courses might be cut, faculty might lose work, and entire departments could be reconfigured.  Times are tough, and my teaching future seems uncertain. I’m moving along the road […]