Dismissed For Lacking A Degree, I Let My Life Speak For Itself – The Archivist

you’ve built—it’s impressive.”

I nodded, unsmiling. “Thank you.”

Mom placed her hand on the table. “It took us a long time to understand that you never needed to be anyone’s copy.”

“No,” I cut in. “You don’t need to say that if it’s not true. I didn’t come here for another polished speech.”

She lowered her eyes.

My father said quietly, “You once asked continue reading …