Scene 11: Homework
After dinner, Karen sat down at the kitchen table, and Mama put a record of Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto Number 1 onto the record player as study music. Karen was not looking forward to her homework, but she knew she had to do it. She reminded herself that it was important not only as a way of strengthening her self-discipline, but as a way of developing her ability to accept and accomplish assignments willingly. Conquering each night’s challenge reassured her of her own abilities and helped her accept her limitations. With every achievement came an act of acceptance, and with every act of acceptance came more belief in herself.
One hour later, the memory of her ride with Pegasus had sustained her through a routine geography assignment.
“Mama! Mama! I’m done with my homework. Could I watch some TV now?”
“Not tonight, sweetheart. You’ve had a long day and need your rest. It’s already seven o’clock, so it’s time for you to shower and get ready for bed.”
“Okay, Mama!”
Original text ©2022 by Karen Lynn-Chlup. All rights reserved.
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