Wednesday, January 20

Dear Little Jo,

A quick note that I’ll give to you directly since you’re likely not checking Khang’s box anymore. I have to say I always have a tiny fumble of disappointment walking into her classroom and seeing the mailbox. It takes me a second to remember that the letter-writing assignment is officially over and there won’t be anything from you waiting for me. Half the time I still check. I mean it’s not like we don’t see each other pretty much every day. It’s just reflex.

So at lunchtime I was studying math in the art room with Bron. The art teacher, Rhoda, said if we ever want to use the room when she’s not there, we can get the key from her ahead of time. Did you know there’s also a little art-supply room with a lock? I saw Rhoda put the key in the drawer of her desk.

Sincerely,

AK