By Nancy Machlis Rechtman Marcus had been 10 years old when the time capsule was buried beneath the cornerstone of the new movie theater on Main Street and Pine on May 27, 1975. Originally, it was agreed that the capsule would be opened in 50 years, in the year 2025. Marcus couldn’t even imagine being … Continue reading A Blast from the Past
She Smiled
By Nancy Machlis Rechtman Her heart pounded against the walls of her chest, echoing throughout her body. Her head was filled with the staccato of snare drums. Clara looked down at her hands. Her hands - the one gift that couldn’t be taken away from her. Her hands - the hands that were about to … Continue reading She Smiled
A Sigh of Relief
By Nancy Machlis Rechtman Leona sighed. It was the morning of Cassie’s high school graduation and Leona couldn’t have been prouder. Her beautiful daughter was about to finish high school as valedictorian of her class and was busy putting the finishing touches on her speech. Leona peeked in Cassie’s room and saw her in her … Continue reading A Sigh of Relief
Academy of the Heart And Mind 