Dear Humans,

Every once in a while one of you puts a weeks-old assignment in the turn-it-in bin. And it’s always crumpled up, like it’s been in the bottom of a backpack for weeks, and it usually has a smudge of grape jelly in the upper corner.

And though at first I’m a little put out that someone would dare turn in an assignment so late, I actually love it when that happens. Because it’s never too late to do the right thing. And it’s never too late to learn something new.

Most of what we learn in life comes a bit too late anyway. You’ll find yourself often saying, “I wish I would have known THAT before.” But then the next day comes and perhaps you’re a bit more ready for the next day’s lesson.

Sincerely,

Mr. Heimbuck