Being a mentor here at CVYR is full of challenges. But many times, to be quite honest, it is a lot of fun! Every kid is different, so we design each session specifically with certain goals in mind. We always have the whole time planned out in detail. But with the best laid plans there is always a time for some unscheduled goofing off! Being flexible is the key. Besides, a kid needs to be a kid, no matter what the age. Speaking as a big kid, I find goofing off refreshing. Goofing off comes naturally to me, it’s hereditary. It was modeled behavior by my father and grandfather. I learned the finer points, such as sneaking a rock into some poor unsuspecting persons backpack. As a young boy, my grandfather and I would go visit his sister in Fresno. We spent most of the time checking out gun and coin shops ( two of my favorite places). I think one time we forgot to see his sister. Oh well. I don’t want to disclose all the ways I like to goof off, some are long held family secrets. Besides, if you are reading this you could be a potential source of amusement for me and I don’t