WEEK BEFORE EASTER…..
Tony; Mr. Jackson. It is true that Jesus died for our sins?
Michael; Well, depends or your religion. Everyone believes differently but I truly believe he died to protect us all. To make the world a better place for all children. His love was so great he chose to give his life for ours.
Tony: Mr. Jackson is the Easter Bunny real?
Michael; He sure is. Comes to our house every Easter smiling
Paulina; Ms. Wilson. Is Mr. Jackson in love with you?
Michelle; smiling Paulina honey what makes you say that? Mr. Jackson is a nice man and loves and appreciates everyone.
Paulina; I think he is she says matter of factly.
Michelle; Awww you’re sweet. Blushing.
Paulina; He is I know it because he looks at you the way my daddy looks at my mommy!! She smiles kisses my cheek, says. I love you too, Happy Easter and skips away.
Michael; Everyone make sure you take home your Easter gifts for your parents and your Easter baskets. Have a Happy Easter!! Smiling.
A couple of the children came up and hugged Michael. We love you Mr. Jackson, Happy Easter!! Kissing his cheek.
Sally: Mr. Jackson?
Michael; kneeling down, Yes Sally sweetie, What’s up?
Sally; shuffling on her feet. Are you in love with Ms. Wilson? Small smile on her little angelic face.
Michael: What makes you say that? Ms. Wilson is a very lovely woman. I love and appreciate everyone. Smiling
Sally; It’s okay Mr. Jackson you don’t have to tell me. I know. You look at her the way my daddy did my mommy before he got died. My daddy loved my mommy and me so much but god said it was time to come home he needed his help. I miss my daddy. Promise you won’t let Ms. Wilson be lonely. You are a good man Mr. Jackson. We are lucky to have you for our teacher.
Michael. Awwww…Sally, you are sweet. I know your daddy would be very proud of you too. You are very smart and he is watching over you and your mommy. I really believe that!. Smiling with a tear in his eyes at her insight to his own heart.
SIX WEEKS LATER…..
Dina; Hello, Erwin Street Elementary School Ms Santos speaking How may I help you?
Voice on phone: This is Encino Hospital calling. We are looking for a Mr. Michael Jackson.
Dina; Mr. Jackson? Well he’s in class at the moment. How may I help you?
Voice on phone; His grandmother was brought to the hospital with his mother. I’m afraid it doesn’t look good. Can you have him come to the hospital as soon as possible please?
Dina; Sure will Thank you for calling. I will hand him the message myself. Hanging up the phone. Maria!! Watch the phones please…I will be right back.
Dina goes running out of the office and down the hall to the doors and runs to the Kindergarten area. Michael and Michelle’s classes were together in her room and they were listening to music doing the Hokie Pokie…walking in to the room her face flushed. Michelle and Michael both look up. Timmy you take over lead for us for a few minutes Michael says. They both walk over to Dina.
Michelle; Dina what is it?? Worried
Dina: Michael, you need to go!! Now!! Encino Hospital called your grandmother and mother were in an accident. They said it don’t look good. Here’s the number. They are on the 2 floor in ICU.
