Unlikeable love?? At first glance you may be thinking of that pink or red carnation you received from a “secret admirer” in ninth grade. At my high school, an artificially colored pink carnation delivered to your locker on Valentine’s Day meant “I like you.” But a red one…oh my…meant “I love … [Read more...] about Unlikeable Love
Silly Stuff
Run Your Race
Photo by Bob Jagendorf 'Tis the season to be racing. State track meets, 5Ks, 10Ks, half-marathons, marathons and ultra-marathons (Lord, save me!) There was a brief period of my life where I hesitantly referred to myself as a “runner.” “Shuffler” would have been a more accurate term, but for … [Read more...] about Run Your Race
Happy Mother’s Day!!
Perhaps you read my helpful indicator for teachers earlier this week. I am glad to report I’ve updated it with a few lines from Levi’s first grade teacher and her twin sister. They are the real deal. And they’re hilarious too. Frankly, I have a more experience as a mom than a teacher. So, just in … [Read more...] about Happy Mother’s Day!!
Are You a Teacher?
Maybe it's been a long day, or a long week, or a long 8 months. And you know you've been going to work every day, but you're not sure if you're a zookeeper, a prison warden or a teacher. I understand how that can happen. I spent a few days in the classroom last year as a substitute teacher, and I … [Read more...] about Are You a Teacher?
Mothering Mistakes
On the way home from school, Spencer and I had one of THOSE arguments about age appropriate privileges and the reasons parents make the decisions they do. “What! Why does he get to?” Spencer objected. Add caption “Because he’s in fifth grade.” “Well, I’m in fourth.” “Well, Zach didn’t … [Read more...] about Mothering Mistakes
Foodie Faux Pas
Many bloggers have some sort of culinary element on their blog, and I can appreciate that. All the experts say bloggers must offer their readers something of value. And many culinary artist bloggers offer recipes, instructions and sometimes even videos explaining how to assemble delectable dishes! … [Read more...] about Foodie Faux Pas