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Every day for a month

This month of blogging has been quite a commitment. I have kept others waiting while I blogged away each and every day. I have put things off. I have cleared time. I have made writing, thinking, considering and publishing a … Continue reading

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Kahoot! Why I Blog

This evening I learned something new!  I was just sitting down to write my blog post for the day and I came across this blog by Chris at Reading Amidst the Chaos.  I hadn’t ever heard of Kahoot! before. I … Continue reading

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I could write about…

Thank you to Michelle @litlearningzone for this lovely little slice from whence came this post’s format. ————————————————————————- This morning I am so full of so many things I could write. I could write about the plants and animals I am … Continue reading

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cookies

“Let’s go exploring,” said Paulito turning towards the door. “Okay,” replied Kimber. They snuck out the door and ran down four flights of stairs.  When they reached street level there were people everywhere. There were lights amidst the darkness. Tiny … Continue reading

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Oh No!

I let myself down tonight. I’ve committed to this blogging every day for 31 days.  I’m half way through.  I have done it faithfully each and every day.  Some days I have been able to post right when the link … Continue reading

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 A Seat At The Table

  Recently I got to have dinner with two people I deeply respect and admire in Education.  These are passionate, accomplished professional writers, speakers and most importantly; they are passionate teachers. They hold rock star status for me and many … Continue reading

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The Beautiful Truth in Song

A life long friend shared this song along with her heartfelt words, “This reminds me of us”. The sentiment spoke to years of caring and connection mixed with growth and on occasion, hurt feelings … of mistakes and missteps. How do … Continue reading

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Say What You Need To Say

So many thanks to Two Writing Teachers for sponsoring the March 2015 Slice of Life blog challenge.  This community of writers’ support and encouragement is a gift.  Here is my 8th post this month. Tempestuous Words. Difficult words. Unspoken words. … Continue reading

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Sparkle it Up: Toward a Better Blog Page

* Wow! Some of the blogs I have been reading recently are incredibly beautiful. Look at this, and this and this! I’m not just referencing the content, which is so amazing to be sure. So much variety – including uproariously funny, … Continue reading

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