Selfie by Summer

Child’s Play

It’s Honest

LaMar Going
Sep 6, 2018 · 3 min read

Tonight I had the distinct honor and delight of reading my ten-year-old granddaughter’s application for the position of reporter. She is excited to become a part of her fifth-grade newspaper staff.

The application required the usual information: name, grade, blah, blah, blah. Additionally, applicants were instructed to attach a sample of original writing. My granddaughter, Summer, visited…

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