I Hate Almost Everything About You, But I Love You Too
It’s my dream job, and nothing will change that.
“What’s that around your neck?”
My former student pointed at the badge holder they slapped on me as soon as I entered the building.
I frowned.
Isn’t it obvious? It has my name on it.
Looking down, I read in blazing red letters: “STOP THE BUDGET CUTS IN HIGHER EDUCATION.”
Oh, great. My name was printed — on the back. I flipped it over but then quickly shoved the badge in my pocket.
“Surely you’re against the budget cuts?” my former student asked, brow slightly raised.
Just what I want! Politics. When he should be focusing on his speech.
I’d invited him to give a commencement address to the class of 2024. I was convinced he would inspire them. That was the plan.
“Of course, I hate the budget cuts,” I answered. “Doing more with less? It’s a nightmare.”
“Then why hide it?” he pressed.
Let it go.
Pause. Deep breath. Honest answer.
“Because today is a time for celebrating the graduates. It’s about the families and friends bursting with pride. It’s…
