Never to forget
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Only in English
We were three recent immigrants from Latin America, gathered during third-grade recess at a far corner of the school yard. Contented in Spanish conversation, we were startled when the adjacent heavy wooden doors were swung open. Out from the building’s … Continue reading →
Maid of Honor
It’s been mentioned frequently Since the presidential debate But in derogatory terms: “Housekeeping” Two days after our US arrival With few words spoken in English My mother proudly took the title: Hotel “Maid” Before the sun would rise She was … Continue reading →