“My Two Worlds” One evening I answered a call from a telemarketer. He asked, “May I please speak with Mr. Gabel?” I replied, “I am sorry but you cannot talk to him because he is deaf.” The man on the other line said, “Oh I am sorry can I speak to Mrs. Gabel then?” I [...]
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Louise Johnson – 2001
“It has Been a Privilege” The phone rings. I rush over and grab the receiver just in time. “Hello” I say breathlessly. A fast-talking woman greets me. “Hi, my name is Kate and I am calling on behalf of Visa.” I think to myself, great another courtesy call. Kate interrupts my thoughts. “Is Susan Johnson [...]
Kevin Coco – 2000
My Extraordinary Father The little girl and former classmate of mine was only seven years old. While walking in the neighborhood one day she managed to find the courage to approach a stranger and ask him a question. Stephanie’s mother assured her it would be okay and watched from a nearby sidewalk. “Hi, I’m Stephanie, [...]
