Once Upon a Time...

Wolves and witches. As children we were told

Fables and fairy tales. We learned that some

Stories do not end well. Indeed, life has proven

To have its princesses and ogres. Face it, glass

Slippers are a perfect fit for some; and most

Could live a 100-years and never own a goose

Which lays golden eggs. Few grow up these

Days to become knights in shining armor or

To marry Prince Charming and live happily

Ever after. Nowadays many children are

Exposed to computer and smart phone technology.

Social media has for them become the new wave

For learning and escape. Call me old school, if

You will. That’s okay. I have earned my degree.

I often still rely upon following the trail of bread

Crumbs I’ve scattered on the forest floor which

Has always served to help me find my way home.

Kids today seem to believe that GPS is the only way

To get from here to there. And young ones beware,

There will always be wolves in sheep’s clothing.

Chris Hanch 9-30-16