This is why I've always loved to teach, because the opportunity is nearly always there, not every day, but often.

And the rest of this--like nearly all your ruminations--reminds me why I have to write. Whenever you get around to publishing a book of your essays, I'll be among the first to buy it.

Samwise Gamgee said it in The Two Towers: adventures are fine things to look back on when you're safe at home, but no sane person really wants to be in one. Excitement is overrated.

Thank you, Miyah, for being and sharing who you are.