Wow Ira . . . You are a gifted writer. I’m in awe, really. This is a narrative that reads as poetry, art, provocation and hope all rolled into one! It is the most important piece I’ve read in a long long time. And the way you weave your words to convey your experiences is beautiful and provocative, especially for fellow educators to prompt deep reflection and self-examination of our own beliefs and what REALLY matters when we do the hard and wonderful work of creating conditions for learning that matter and values and celebrates each and every child/learner, and the lessons we can learn from one another in how to make it happen. I learn so much from you, Ira. Thank you for sharing your story. . . . And now, to dive deeper into the pages of Timeless Learning :) . . . . Be well :-)