Life…. and then some ( Blog )

  • Words to Live By

    Words to Live By

    What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings? I saw this in my supervisors room. Definitely something I should share with my students. Especially yesterday when I had a student break down in tears because her fears were seriously getting the best of her. Later Read more

  • Top 5

    Top 5

    Which activities make you lose track of time? 5- shopping 4- – having lunch/ dinner with friends ( we have so much to talk about ) 3- watching a sporting event on tv 2- – falling asleep in the recliner in my living room ( while watching a sporting event on Tv) 1- playing video/computer… Read more

  • Security now….

    Security now….

    Are you seeking security or adventure? Once I’m secure, the adventure begins 😊 Read more

  • I Try

    I Try

    Are there things you try to practice daily to live a more sustainable lifestyle? I recycle plastic and cardboard. I don’t like throwing things out to only end up in a landfill…especially plastics. I challenge myself every summer to reuse items instead of just throwing them out and buying new ones. In time, I with… Read more

  • DIY UPDATE

    DIY UPDATE

    It’s almost 2 years later, and we’re still “ moving” Hedges no longer overgrown to the roof. Day Lillie’s welcome visitors to the front door and zinnia stand at attention in front of the amaryllis. The red mulch also makes the landscape pop. The backyard is the next big project. That back area is inundated… Read more

  • YES

    YES

    Do you remember life before the internet? I discussed my middle school days with my middle school students. How we watched slide shows and videos on the BetaMax and VHS tapes. We loved when the teacher entered the room with the TV cart. How we gave the librarian our microfilm and microfiche requests so we… Read more