Blessed by a
Former Student
Adveni fui in terra aliena
-Exodus 2:22
A smiling young man I didn’t know
Hugged me with enthusiasm, almost in tears
And told me with joy how I had inspired him
When I was his teacher some years ago
I was some moments realizing that
He was Amanda. I hope she is happy
For she was a joyful child, tho’ I confess
That I can sort out neither the pronouns
Nor the century – I am a stranger here
But the folks are friendly, and the coffee’s good
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