Life…. and then some ( Blog )

  • Oh Deer!!

    Oh Deer!!

    Do you ever see wild animals? I moved here over 30 years ago when it was still woods. The more woods they clear, the more you see deer. Recently, I was driving home from work. As I drove through this one neighborhood admiring the Christmas lights and decor, a family of deer walked across the… Read more

  • It’s Cathartic

    It’s Cathartic

    Why do you blog? I haven’t blogged too much lately. I tend to get busy with my teaching job and can’t always come up with ideas to write about. But when I do, I can’t stop. I also feel so much better when I do. Read more

  • A Fallen Hero

    A Fallen Hero

    In August of 2022, I visited my sister Eileen for her 75th birthday. She was in her final stages of an ovarian cancer battle. Eileen was the family history keeper; collector of pictures of the Brennan family. She would share many of those pictures during my visit. It was great to see photos of my… Read more

  • 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