The Cookie and the Dandelions

For many students, especially prior to high school, their teachers can be major figures, even role models in influencing their lives. Occasionally, the fondness for the teacher becomes so intense that they develop a “crush” or infatuation with the teacher. Such was the case with Joseph and his English teacher “Miss Crudo.” The two years in her classes seemed to just fly by for this starry-eyed youngster. This short story picks up after Joseph graduates from Miss Crudo’s class and their friendship becomes more serious.