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I cannot believe we are nearing the end of August. But the good news? I had my first sips of Dunkin’ Donuts pumpkin coffee, a sure sign that the goodness of Fall is coming. But for now, I enjoyed the sunshine, celebrated the...
It was a bumpy, bumpy week full of ups and downs, work and play, reading and writing. I’ve got two books to share, a letter-writing prompt for your notebook and some fascinating mind-body research to ponder. Here’s hoping your weekend is everything you need it to be! What I’m Reading: Both...
Oh, what a week! It was FILLED with work, work, work and an unexpected hike in New York’s Adirondacks to help my daughter’s friend who had broken her ankle on a fall. And now, I’m looking forward to some rest and relaxation for as much of the weekend as I can....
This was the first week in a long while that it did not rain each and every day. We enjoyed the pool, played a little miniature golf and visited our favorite ice-cream shop. It was a good week to have a good week! Here’s hoping your week was everything you needed...
How did it become August already? I don’t know about you, but I think 2021 has flown by rather quickly….almost too quickly. I’m very much aware that my oldest son will head into his senior year of high-school in the Fall and my twins will start as Freshman. The days feel...
How can we possibly be barreling into the end of July already? This week, I got out my 21 for 21 list and turned it into a summer bucket list for August. I’m planning for a fishing outing with my son, some colorful toenails with my daughter and some good Mexican...
Here in New York, it has rained 16 out of 17 days. Whew! I tried to sneak outside for walks with the dog when I could, but spent more time stuck indoors then I would have liked. Thankfully, I had a great book to keep me busy and some fun links...
It was an amazing week! I lead a think tank of amazing educators on the power of teacher learning, went to my happy place in reading and enjoyed pockets of sunshine here in upstate New York. Here’s what I’m reading, writing, learning and loving! What I’m Reading: Have you read The...