My Cinderella Story

As I have mentioned before, volleyball is a regular staff activity. However, though it appears scheduled, I rarely know whether to pack gear or not because it seems to be the opposite of whatever day I expect.

One such day in April, I had no plans to play volleyball. However, I was told at lunch that the middle school would be taking part in a mini-tournament at a neighboring school for the afternoon. As I didn't bring any shoes, I was a bit miffed because I hate to sit out.

I walked to the staff room for my ritual post-lunch coffee and the Vice Principal cornered me asking if I would play. After a fumbled conversation it was settled that I must play barefoot and in jeans.

That afternoon, we arrived at the school and were greeted by the kind principal and admin staff. My Vice Principal introduced me as "our ace" and explained the shoe debacle. Seconds later, the gym teacher was off on a hunt for the proper shoe size. I'm not sure how many students he had to ask, but eventually he returned to the gym with two pairs of sneakers for me to try.

I felt like cinderella trying on slippers and came upon a decent pair that would suit me fine. I couldn't believe how accommodating they were, but all parties were pleased. The tournament began and after a few kills, blocks, and serves our team...lost. But, I was named tournament MVP and given a new nickname, "Killer."

Oh Korea,
-Bets