When I was in 4th grade, my parents wouldn’t give…

When I was in 4th grade, my parents wouldn’t give me money for the school book fair, so I stole $5 from a mentally challenged girl in my class and bought my brother a Clifford book.

When she told our teachers her money was missing, they dismissed her claims and told her that she probably lost it.

I can only imagine how small and belittled she felt. 30 years later, I still think about it several times a week and feel the guilt, especially when my children want to watch or read Clifford.

Summary
A reflection on a childhood incident involving stealing money from a classmate and the lasting guilt it caused.
Insight
Past actions can haunt us, especially when they affect others negatively.
Style
Front Art
A colorful illustration featuring a large white dog and a child, with text reflecting on a childhood memory.
Visual Style
Collage
Orientation
Landscape