I never went to public school a day in my life. My parents sent me to private school all the way from Kindergarten through high school. I even went to a private college. Probably because my parents loved me more than public school kids’ parents loved them. Read more
Baseball with my Grandpa
It wasn’t my first baseball game, but it’s one that I remember vividly.
It was July 28, 1987. I was 10 years old. The Cardinals were playing their fiercest rivals that year, the New York Mets. And my Grandpa took me to the game.
I’d been to Busch Stadium several times before with my Dad. A few times with my mom and stepdad. This one stood out for many reasons, but firstly because Grandpa and I didn’t walk up the six concrete ramps to the nosebleeds. This time, we walked down. Down the dark steps onto the lower concourse where Grandpa bought two hotdogs, a soda for me, and a beer for him. Then we stepped on through a short tunnel where we emerged in the bright sunlight in an ocean of red seats. The field boxes! Read more
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Hot Topic: Public School vs. Private School
Rin and I have been debating the pros and cons of public school and private school for the past 10 years.
She is a product of one. I am the product of the other. If you know us personally, you might be able to guess who is from which.
I think there are social pluses and minuses to both, as well as financial, spiritual, educational, and many other “-ials.”
I look forward to this week’s topic because I’ve got some great ammo. Bring your best, Rin!
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