Sometimes, chaos and unpredictability feel like uninvited guests, arriving at the most inconvenient times. Just when we think everything is under control, when our energy is already stretched thin and our plates are full, here they come—disruptive and demanding our attention. The timing can feel almost comical—could they not show up at a worse moment?
As we step into this new year, take a moment to reflect on everything you’ve achieved and overcome in 2024. You’ve made it through challenges, celebrated victories, and learned valuable lessons along the way. Now, with 2025 ahead, it’s time to dream bigger and take bold steps toward the life you truly want.
Eat Your Crusts holds a collection of short stories of the memoirish persuasion from early childhood to the present that reflect on the gentle skips in the park of life, as well as the face plants in the dirt I’ve confronted and lived to tell the tale.
Most of the world was aware that November 5, 2024 was the presidential election in the United States. After voting earlier that day, I knew it was unlikely that definitive results would come in before I went to bed. The race was too close to call.
As a two time heart attack survivor, I know how important it is to remain calm. I chose not to go down the rabbit hole of getting caught up in election coverage. Instead …
In today’s world, where we are constantly bombarded with information, the role of a teacher extends far beyond merely sharing knowledge. Teachers have a unique opportunity to step into leadership roles, guiding others as they grow and empowering them along the way. My own journey to becoming a leader in learning has been deeply influenced by my personal values and experiences, including my work with children with disabilities and my experience raising three boys with unique learning differences. These experiences have profoundly shaped my approach to education, inspiring me to create meaningful learning experiences