When I was just a struggling beginner, Bob had given me one of my first jobs. In the face of such enthusiasm I could only laugh. We’re going to have good fun this year, hey? Great times! Hey, darned good! he cried heartily and clapped me on the shoulder. Seeing me coming, the principal, Bob Christianson, came out from the school office. I went on past her and up the walk to the school. The pose gave her the aura of some long-forgotten Hollywood glamour queen and that’s what caught my attention, because she could, in fact, have only been six or seven. Lolling back with one leg outstretched, one drawn up, her dark hair tumbling opulently down behind her, she had her eyes closed, her face turned to the sun. The first time I saw her, she was atop a stone wall that ran along the west side of the playground. I can't even imagine how horrible that must feel, to *know* that something is going on and not being able to do anything. But without concrete proof, there was nothing she could do, and beyond that, even when the proof was there and the police were involved, she couldn't really talk to Venus at all because it might "influence" what she said.
And when Torey first visited Venus's house, it became even more obvious. I mean, it was painfully obvious, from fairly early on, that something was not right. These types of books, especially the fact they are true stories, make me so aware of how. How is that supposed to teach them right and wrong? Anyways.
Saying stuff like "it's alright, I'm sure you didn't mean it" doesn't help those children at all. When someone breaks something or hits someone, they need to be shown that it's not okay and there are consequences. Which is great, but inappropriate at times. not right! She has this very strong belief that the kids always be praised, shown love, etc. I've got to admit I've never known anyone like her, and I'm glad. But I have to comment on this Julie woman. Venus is definitely unique, she really stood out to me, maybe more so then any others I've read about. I teared up each time Venus made progress, and each time the boys bonded and grew.
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