“Why?” That is the Question! — by Robert DeMaine
"You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink." So the proverb goes. As a teacher, I think to myself, "Wouldn't it be something if I made a positive difference in all these people's lives?" Well, that would be mighty grand, but if I can reach just one really thirsty horse, then it has all been worthwhile. And here, I am humbled by the important question at hand: How does one organize a thought and articulate it in a helpful, meaningful, and transparent way to the recipient of the message? Can just one life be changed for the better? I'll do my best ;-) To be sure, I have my share of opinions and a certain amount of experience in the "field that chose me" (and [...]