What I Lost and FoundThe day two students got into a dispute, I ran into Morris Freeman, my ex from ten years ago.
The boy who had been fighting wiped his tears and called him "Dad".
Morris froze when he saw me, then finally remembered what was going on and apologized.
"Ms. Langstaff, I'm sorry for causing you trouble."
I handled the compensation by the book and wrapped everything up.
When it was over, he lagged behind, clearly wanting to say something.
"Back then, I remember you didn't want to be a teacher."
I gave a faint smile and walked him to the office door.
"People change. So do their ideas."
Just like my feelings for him.
That chapter had been closed a long time ago.