It never occurred to me until recently that I might need a notice on my website concerning my position on the free exchange of ideas through literature and writing; yet, here we are.   Once Upon a Pen is a place where students can explore the literary arts.  That's it.   My political views have no place here, and I do not "cancel" or even criticize my students for viewpoints I dislike.   While I reserve the right to be true to my Christian identity in how I teach and relate to my students, I do not push religion, politics, or "wokeness".   I am here to celebrate and teach writing, grammar, reading, and literature.    All parents and students--and their opinions--are welcome here.