Confucius

I volunteer at the local university. The other day I was walking behind the medical school and saw a plaque I hadn’t noticed before. I discovered it had been dedicated by the med school’s class of 2014. If you think in terms of a year, plant a seed. If you think in terms of ten…

Little Drummer Boy

This story took place a few years back. It’s told by a former colleague. It’s about a student whose family was quite destitute. His lunches were often provided by the school. The boy entered his teacher’s classroom. “Here’s an apple for my favourite teacher.” He handed her the apple. “Why, thank you. That’s very thoughtful…

Self-Checkout

It was a Sunday night. I was in the city and I needed eggs. They were on sale at one of the pharmacies (go figure). When I entered the store I noticed how quiet it was. I saw one staff person, a young lady in her twenties I figured. She was arranging items on a…

A White Lie

My parents grew up in outport Newfoundland. Mom finished high school and went on to become a registered nurse. Dad made it to grade six. As my father would point out, “You didn’t go to school to get a job. There were plenty of jobs. High school was for those who wanted to become clergymen…

Setting A Good Example

When gardeners are out for a drive they look for flowers. Architects look at buildings and how they are designed. Those with a geology background make note of rock formations. Me, when I see a person mowing a lawn, I look to see what footwear is being worn. I’ve seen people using walk-behind mowers wearing…