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Slice of Life Day 5: Not Now!
Today has been…a DAY. Ups. Downs. Craziness. Random moments of validation, sincerity, success. The answer is, YES. I’m doing a fair amount of writing. And the answer is NO, I’m not sure it’s writing I’m ready to share. Just know I’ve got stuff cookin’… Will I have more tomorrow? You BETCHA.
Slice of Life Day 5: Every Day is Book Day
It may not be World Book Day in the US, but that doesn’t mean I can’t celebrate.
Slice of Life Day 4: Mind Blown
I always leave class smiling when students experience a mind-blowing moment. Experiencing one for myself today? Well, it made getting out of bed absolutely WORTH it.
Slice of Life Day 3: Are You Stuck?
I work hard to use language that builds a secure, independent community of learners. Who knew my students were listening?
Slice of Life Day 2: Today…
Some days start with a whimper, or a bang. Today started with a barrage…
Slice of Life Tuesday: It’s Not Terrible
Last year was a turning point for me. As a teacher, I decided to give up much of my work outside of school in exchange for a deeper, fuller presence with my students. I pledged to bring less of my job home with me so that I could apply more of myself during the day.Continue reading “Slice of Life Tuesday: It’s Not Terrible”
Slice of Life Tuesday: Winter Poem
Today’s poem is about winter, but it’s really for all of us feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, or alone.
Slice of Life Tuesday: OLW 2026
It’s the first Slice of Life Tuesday for the year, and that means it’s time to think about my One Little Word for 2026. I’ll come right out and say it: this year’s word is REMEMBER. Okay, so I’m being a little tongue-in-cheek because I invariably forget about my word by the time February rollsContinue reading “Slice of Life Tuesday: OLW 2026”
Slice of Life Tuesday: Writing Group!
Last Thursday, I got to host an online writing group with some of my students. I’m still smiling.
Soapbox: The Way I see Things 