I remember seeing you at the Cambria Heights prom in 1985. Your date for that event was the school nurse at CH last time I checked. Of course, the very idea---back then---that someone from That Evil School District Next Door would ever darken OUR hallowed campus was absolute heresy. I think we were generally more into music and the arts than our brethren further up 219 North, and it showed, because the Colts generally stomped the Highlanders on the gridiron. We were better at baseball and basketball back then, but not much.
Anyway, great writing here, Gerry. Thanks for the evocative and empathetic story.
Ah, Will, the memories. I probably felt less than evil at the prom that year, but I understand the heresy bit. That was important stuff, and those rivalries were a vital part of the culture. My daughters (10, 13, and 15) will never know anything like that. They live in a far different world. I'm grateful that you read this piece. It means a lot to me. Thanks.
I remember seeing you at the Cambria Heights prom in 1985. Your date for that event was the school nurse at CH last time I checked. Of course, the very idea---back then---that someone from That Evil School District Next Door would ever darken OUR hallowed campus was absolute heresy. I think we were generally more into music and the arts than our brethren further up 219 North, and it showed, because the Colts generally stomped the Highlanders on the gridiron. We were better at baseball and basketball back then, but not much.
Anyway, great writing here, Gerry. Thanks for the evocative and empathetic story.
Ah, Will, the memories. I probably felt less than evil at the prom that year, but I understand the heresy bit. That was important stuff, and those rivalries were a vital part of the culture. My daughters (10, 13, and 15) will never know anything like that. They live in a far different world. I'm grateful that you read this piece. It means a lot to me. Thanks.
I should clarify. She became the school nurse in later years and was still there last I heard. She was not in that job at that time!
As always, a good read and with a glass of wine, even better!
Beautifully written and a wonderful message
Thanks, Jack! I appreciate the time you spend here.