Journal: 9/15/05

It’s been hot again the last few days. Summer has drifted back to us with its lethargy and lassitude. We're all floating through class as though napping at the beach in July. Everything seems motionless most of the time, as though the seasons have decided to stop progressing ahead because summer wants to stay a while longer. Nonetheless, the kids are trying their best. In my afternoon classes yesterday, they sat up straight and looked as focused as they possibly could, even though some seemed on the verge of passing out from the heat. No one complained, no heads rested on the table, everyone sat up straight and listened as I hummed on about the day’s lesson. I’m a lucky and grateful teacher. They are good kids.