A Bicycle Built for Three

I have been remiss in writing lately; after a death in the family, priorities have been elsewhere.  I feel compelled to process after a recent move by the Supreme Court to overturn Roe vs. Wade.  Essentially, states now have the ability to set law about abortion.  Within minutes of the ruling, my state passed a trigger law that only allows abortion in medical emergencies.  This ruling has created a tidal wave across the country, with women and transgendered individuals losing control over their own bodily autonomy. There have been many, many takes on the impact of this decision, but the ones that obviously hit closest to home are the ones shining a spotlight on adoption.  For one, there are serious concerns in some states about the future of IVF; since the procedure can result in the loss of embryos, there is a fear that different interpretations of law could render the process illegal.  People who turn to IVF as a way to start a family may suddenly see tha...

The school year is finally over.  I have intentions of doing more writing this summer, but sadly I find myself drawn to the kinds of topics no one ever wants to think about.  The recent rise in shootings -- particular at Robb Elementary school in Uvalde, Texas -- has once again put the spotlight on education and teachers.  At this point I feel nothing but tired...     ...tired of the misconception that teachers are always part of the problem.     ...tired of the fear that one day I will literally be responsible for the lives of my students.       ...tired of being told what I teach can't be trusted but that I should absolutely be trusted with a firearm.     ...tired of calling out for help and solutions only to have it turned back around on us, with the result being even more added to our list of responsibilities. After the intense pressure of teaching through another year during the pandemic and seeing what it's done to fellow...