As the summer unwinds and comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting. I have two children, a boy and a girl, and it was a busy summer to say the least. Being a teacher has its benefits, but it also makes you very busy during the summer with kids. I’d bring them and their friends to the local pond and other places at least three or four times a week. Thank god I'd often have one of my best friends Jen with me. Another good thing was the kid’s parents always reciprocated. There were sleep ove...