Today, I was 'clever.'

Why?

Because I suggested that we assign each student an ID number on their library card.

If you consider this obvious, stop being so American.

Any advice that offers a hint of organization will be treated as though you hung the moon.

Echoes of “brilliant… smart… clever” resonated down the hall. Teachers scribbled notes as I expounded upon this foreign system. Hugs were exchanged.

I’m going to opt on the side of ignoring the limited English vocabulary these teachers know, and consider myself a genius. Just for today.