
Marcy didn’t want to go to school—with a black eye and a secret, she feared judgment. But when asked to speak, she found her voice—and her strength.
These are old posts I’ve revisited, reshaped, and maybe even reconsidered. The words might look different now, but the truth behind them still matters.
Because sometimes, the second draft says it better — and sometimes, it just says it louder.
A thoughtful read-aloud for young children learning how to face first-day fears with friendship, courage, and kindness. ✍️ Author’s Note: This story—originally titled Meeting Friends and written by me, Vicky Hobbs—was first typed up in 1989 while I was in college. My teacher gave it a B+ and wrote...