Integration
I haven’t written much lately. Starting at a new school, learning a new curriculum … well … I’m trying to rebalance. I’m sort of getting… Read More »Integration
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A Good School Year
Aack! The students come back to school tomorrow!! I’m not sure I’m ready. I guess I’m as ready as I’m going to be… I have… Read More »A Good School Year
Two More Days
The building my classroom is in has been undergoing renovations. I started back to work on Monday, August 5, but I couldn’t get into my… Read More »Two More Days
Come Home to Myself
I was told at happy hour tonight that one of the reasons I was hired at my new job was because I was so open… Read More »Come Home to Myself
Tampa Bay Against Gun Violence Vigil
So many shootings recently. Organizers hosted a vigil at a nearby park. I just got home from it. I sit here feeling tears wanting to… Read More »Tampa Bay Against Gun Violence Vigil
The End of Procrastination
… for now. Pre-school starts on Monday. That’s what my new school calls that planning time before the students come back. I love the name,… Read More »The End of Procrastination
No More Shaming
Once upon a time, I was a regular visitor to the People of Walmart site. People post pictures of people shopping at Walmart. Often these… Read More »No More Shaming
Stress Relief
It’s been a stressful week. Car stuff, which becomes money stuff. Stranded-by-the-side-of-the-road stuff. It started last Sunday (07/14), about a mile from home after grocery… Read More »Stress Relief
Asking for Help
I suck at asking for help. For some reason, I nearly always have. I guess I come from a generation of “suck it up,” “big… Read More »Asking for Help