These inquires become the hinge on our window of memory that, when opened, allows us to see the haunting scars of our youth. What moment defined who we would be for the next 20, 40, or 80 years? Was it an epic failure that rocketed you into a successful career as a social worker? Or, perhaps you experienced a life changing success in your junior year of high school that, like Billy Ray Cyruss, left you with an impressive mullet? I recently witnessed this inspiring junction in the life of a young man.
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With the stealth of a bloated walrus, he clamored his way atop the nearest work table. I could see the momentum building in his stocky body has he began a great squatting movement on the shaking desk. With one strenuous heave of his hefty human Ho Ho, this proud Cub launched himself skyward. The frail frame of the momentarily stationary student teacher did not stand a chance against the rotund mass of the airborne child.
The look of triumph rested on his glistening face as he stood over his flattened victim. This was his moment, his formalizing announcement to the world that he would be someone special: the next Rock, the next Hulk Hogan, the next President of the United States of America. His future was cemented for him in one glorious body thrust that took an authority figure to the ground. This 8 year old became king of his own mountain. What future will be haunted by this scar of his youth? Only time will tell.
14 comments:
Reading this makes one think back on their childhood, and wonder what happened in my youth to bring me where I am today. The little things that have brought me to be me.
I don't even know what to say... Laughing so hard right now!
Ok, apparently I was signed in under my bosses account. Paul did not comment, Jamie did! Love you so much!
Wonderful in every way! I can't stop laughing! You've witnessed something truely amazing!
The fat kid inside me just burst out in laughter. You are the best Lee!
Wow...the mental picture...haha. Love it, As always!
i really wish i was plump enough to do this to someone. i can't even beat up my brothers anymore.
are you sure this wasn't a memory of your own childhood?? i can see you doing this.
be truthful, leelee.
Lee...you are my favorite! This was priceless! I think I have extra appreciation for this as an elementary teacher...oh the things they say and do...hilarious! Also, can I point out that I'm still waiting for the post about your run in, was it, liberty park? I need to hear that story again! Im laughing hysterically at the thought!
Lee I think your blog is the coolest thing in the world!
-love Jim & Ro
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Oh could we talk!! You have hit the nail exactly spot on!!
Who we are- OR ARENT is directly associated with what happened in our childhood.
Our challenge is to not hold so tight to our "excuse" but to quietly lay it to the side and help ourselves become that fabulous someone INSPITE of it all.
You are a brilliant story teller.
Hugs
Claudia
Thanks Claudia! Great insight! Can't wait to see your thoughts on the next post!
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