I love to talk.
At some time or another, people in my life have asked me to be quiet. It’s hard, though, because I have a lot to say, and there’s even more that I want to know. I drove my kids somewhat crazy as they were growing up, though they got used to my talking and loved me unconditionally. After all, they reasoned, I’m a reporter, and asking questions is what I do.
A typical school day ended with me asking, “Did you have a good day? Who did you sit by at lunch? What did you learn today? What was the best thing about your day?”
I seriously wanted to know.
I was very involved in my children’s lives. I was homeroom mother, Girl Scout leader, volunteer for church, school and sports activities and so forth. I knew their teachers, principals, coaches and friends.