Something a bit more lighthearted for you…and me. In Africa, they have a lot of mosquitos. It is why I am taking Malaria medication while I am here in Uganda. The pesky critters are the same as ours in that they buzz in your ears, and hover around you looking for a meal. They are … Continue reading Michelle vs. The Mosquitos
Just for Fun
Flying Solo
It might surprise you to know that traveling for this trip made me nervous. I have traveled on my own domestically, but never internationally. There is something unsettling about traveling to a place where they do not speak my language or use my money. The language part isn’t so much of an issue, until you … Continue reading Flying Solo
Blackberry Winter
I stepped out into the cool morning. “Brrrrr. It’s chilly this morning.” I said under my breath. “Blackberry Winter,” came a friend’s reply as she crossed the parking lot. Two words which, anywhere else but rural Georgia, would need an explanation. Here, no other words needed to be spoken. A simple nod of acknowledgement and … Continue reading Blackberry Winter
Atlanta Rises~The Thrill of Victory
I was born and raised in Atlanta. It was my home, and as such, it became part of me…even the curse of the Atlanta professional sports teams. If you think the Atlanta Flames are part of Sherman’s March to the Sea, then you don’t know what I am talking about. If you don’t know who … Continue reading Atlanta Rises~The Thrill of Victory
Working With the Littles
I started working with kids when I was in high school. In fact, one of my first jobs was working with preschoolers at Kindercare. Later on, armed with my degree and my extensive experience as a 20-year-old, I took on a first grade classroom. That was before I moved on to the intermediate level (grades … Continue reading Working With the Littles
Summer Flashback
My lazy day at the pool was interrupted by laughter. I opened my eyes to see a brother and sister with a friend or two playing in the water. They were somewhere between 6 and 10, and so full of energy that only a day of pool play would quench it. And play they did. … Continue reading Summer Flashback
A Nature Adventure
The day was fading fast. A slight breeze had the trees a bit restless. The heat of the afternoon morphed into cool kisses on my cheeks. An invitation to me. Perfect for an evening stroll by the river, and so Bill and I headed out to capture the last of the light. As we were … Continue reading A Nature Adventure
Testing Tips
Tips for testing... Get out of bed Yes. You have to. Coffee More coffee Deep breaths SERIOUS prayer time Wear your lucky shirt and socks and underwear Hold your head up high Look confident Hope that you pull it off Don’t let them see you sweat Prepare for the test Give blood, and your first … Continue reading Testing Tips
The Flood
Splat! My foot hit the carpet at the bottom of the stairs and was in a puddle. Not the way I wanted to start my day. I was flummoxed. Where does a puddle come from in the MIDDLE of a basement floor? Was it the dogs? The kids? Clean up commenced, and I went about … Continue reading The Flood
Weak Moments
They got me at a weak moment. I don’t know if it was the fact that we haven’t had a vacation together in years, or that I was just not thinking clearly…but when the voice on the other end of the phone said, “You qualify for a free trip” I agreed to it. Shortly, after … Continue reading Weak Moments
Michelle's Mosaic 