Now, I practically got a cow in the freezer. Otis notes that things have changed since elementary school in other ways, too. Now he sees people his age wearing designer suits and driving European luxury cars. But he keeps things in perspective. This is America, man.
Money is the great equalizer.
He keeps his eyes in his lap and his head rests in his palms for most of our conversation. His eyes dart around and he whispers as he speaks as if what he's telling me is top secret. David is taking a series of tests to be a certified Microsoft engineer. Apparently, Microsoft engineers are in demand. He dropped out of community college in his second semester earlier this year to focus his energy on the tests and certification.