“So then why were you looking for jobs in Colorado?” “I make out well doing this, but it’s not mine. You know? It’s Mateo’s. Sitting behind a computer all day isn’t what I envisioned myself doing. I’m good at flying, and I miss it.” “I get it.” I gave him a soft smile. “I couldn’t imagine doing anything but teaching. Seeing the passion in those kids and knowing I’m making a positive impact is worth every late night grading the same multiplication table over and over again.” “I wish I had teachers that looked like you in school.” I shoved him with my shoulder. “We were having an adult
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