Reflection- 1. to show an image as seen in a mirror or on a shiny surface. Glass surfaces capture the pictures, as in a mirror. Two towers represent strength and power. Giants amid a skyline of giants. Shiny images on a sparkling clear day. They gleam in the morning sun. They hum with the … Continue reading A Reflection
Let Them Fail
Pointers for Parents are regular inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to parents. I hope to build a bridge between parents and teachers as it pertains to the education of children and how we can work together for the betterment of our kids. You read that title right. Let your kids fail. I know that … Continue reading Let Them Fail
Me and My Friend Bev
I had a delightful afternoon with my childhood friend Beverly yesterday. We hadn’t seen each other face to face in many, many years. However, over the past few, we have bonded on Facebook through our shared Cancerland experiences. It was good to finally get to hug her neck long and hard, and to catch … Continue reading Me and My Friend Bev
Be Still
Tidbits for Teachers are regular SHORT inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to teachers in all settings. I hope to give you a shot in the arm and remind you why you chose this career in the first place. Labor Day. The first holiday of the school year. It always seems to me to take … Continue reading Be Still
Reluctant Readers
Pointers for Parents are regular SHORT inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to parents. I hope to build a bridge between parents and teachers as it pertains to the education of children and how we can work together for the betterment of our kids. I hear over and over again parents (and teachers too) who … Continue reading Reluctant Readers
Work of Art
I plug in my wax. While I am waiting for it to warm, I open my windows wide to let in the light and out the fumes. I turn on my fans. They create a breeze. I choose my music and let it flow into my studio. I gather my brushes, my paper, and my … Continue reading Work of Art
It’s Not About Test Scores
Tidbits for Teachers are regular SHORT inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to teachers in all settings. I hope to give you a shot in the arm and remind you why you chose this career in the first place. As teachers it is hard not to have your identity wrapped up in student performance. The … Continue reading It’s Not About Test Scores
Dear Olympians
We interrupt your regularly scheduled programing to bring you the Rio Olympics… Dear Olympians, Thank you. Thank you for reminding us that there can be peace among nations. Thank you for your excellence. You showed us that hard work and dedication pays off. You inspired us to want to be committed to something. Something … Continue reading Dear Olympians
Homework Wars
Pointers for Parents are regular SHORT inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to parents. I hope to build a bridge between parents and teachers as it pertains to the education of children and how we can work together for the betterment of our kids. We’ve all had them. The meltdowns. The frustrations. The total breakdowns. … Continue reading Homework Wars
Guest Blog
I was going to write a new blog, but when I saw this I thought it too important and well written not to share. From Glennon Melton. Thanks for acknowledging and respecting teachers. Well said Glennon! http://momastery.com/blog/2015/12/02/what-to-say/
