Alex Casey
Bio
I'm a full-time educator and part-time writer. My best ideas usually end up on Vocal.
Stories (39/0)
- Runner-Up in Passing Ships Challenge
The Nameless Child Who Changed MeRunner-Up in Passing Ships Challenge
A three-year-old I never knew changed how I interact with the world. Part 1 When I was barely a teenager, I told a truth about a man who had done terrible things–to me and to others. There was no way for me to imagine all that would happen next. Police. A lengthy legal case. Therapy. Corroding coping mechanisms.
By Alex Casey12 months ago in Psyche
Dream Gliders
Nobody can hear a scream in the vacuum of space, or so they say. But I know they’re wrong. ***** I was born on this ship almost 18 years ago. My parents were born on it, too. And their parents. Only Mom’s grandparents remembered the planet Earth, and they died last year. They told me intricate stories about deep, blue oceans, purple mountains that seemed to touch the sky, and lush forests inhabited by the strangest creatures. There was something called “snow” that was as white as my boots, and lightning that lit up the sky like electricity, whatever that is.
By Alex Casey2 years ago in Futurism
I Love My Small Screen Fathers
Shortly before Father’s Day, I started thinking about all the great times my father and I had. Some of the stories were awkward and embarrassing; some of them were sweet and full of love. No matter how they are characterized, they are still wonderful stories.
By Alex Casey2 years ago in Families
- Top Story - May 2022
- Runner-Up in Mother's Day Confessions Challenge
Dear Mom, I Don't Regret ItRunner-Up in Mother's Day Confessions Challenge
Dear Mom, I have a confession: One of your most terrifying days was one of my happiest, and I don’t regret it at all. I am sorry for the fear and pain I caused. Looking at it as an adult, I can’t imagine what I would feel like if my child went missing for hours. The police. The AMBER alert. The wasted time and tax dollars. The fear and stress that I caused my family. Even muddying up your new car.
By Alex Casey2 years ago in Confessions
My Death, Decisions, & Dithering
Prologue I have a warped relationship with time. When I was 29 years old, I was diagnosed with a rare sleep disorder. The sleep specialist assured me that my chances of having it were low; in fact, I think he was more surprised by the diagnosis than I was. It’s most common in males over 65, and it's rare even then.
By Alex Casey2 years ago in Psyche
- Top Story - February 2022
Teaching the Other SideTop Story - February 2022
Part 1: Last Year I teach middle school and junior high English, and I am fortunate enough to be able to create my own curriculum. I try to focus on what students will need in the future, and that includes a look at diverse perspectives.
By Alex Casey2 years ago in Education
- Top Story - February 2022
- Top Story - January 2022