Simpler Time
Not So Simple There is plenty about the COVID-19 quarantine that is terrible. The fear and anxiety people are feeling, sharing, and amplifying across social… Read More »Simpler Time
Self care
Back to the Chalkboard
The virtual chalkboard, that is. Today is the last day of Spring Break. Tomorrow teachers in my district go back to work. Some will go… Read More »Back to the Chalkboard
Yearly Reboot
We’re in the second nine weeks of school already. As often happens this time of year, I’ve allowed my mental health to slide. I spent… Read More »Yearly Reboot
2nd Memorial Ride
I decided to do a 2nd Memorial Ride this morning. It felt powerful to ride with nearly 75 other people yesterday to honor Anne McLaughlin.… Read More »2nd Memorial Ride
We Are Enough
This video has come across my social media feed before, but I needed to see it again. I’ll wait a few minutes while you watch… Read More »We Are Enough
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
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
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