Three students did not come to their lessons yesterday because the Bay Bridge was closed. Ironically, the violin teacher, who lives in the East Bay showed up to work before nine. The bridge closing was a wonderful excuse for…?
I shouldn’t be too harsh on the parents. Raising kids take tremendous energy and dedication. Once in a while we all need a break. What’s better than having the transit authority to stop you from getting to where you’re supposed to go?
Earthquake, bad weather, ball games, holidays (we just came out of three months of that) are all legitimate routine disrupters. We can rightly blame the external forces and enjoy some “stolen” moments—putting down that burden of self-sacrifice for just a little while.
