Simple Pleasures Day 5 Blog Tour With Elizabeth Gauffreau
I’m thrilled to be part of the talented writer Elizabeth Gauffreau’s blog tour. I’m offering sincere praise, having read two of her books. Telling Sonny was a superior coming-of-age story set in the...
View ArticlePlot Twist
Who knew it would end this way? I certainly didn’t. A teacher develops a certain rhythm after teaching for 31 years. Many of the events that happen at school repeat themselves year after year, but...
View ArticleTag! You’re It! Pass it On
Two weeks ago, author and blogging friend D.G. Kaye tagged me to take part in a blogging challenge. Debby was one of the first blogging buddies I made when I started this hobby over five years ago. She...
View ArticleChildren’s Author Festival 2024
One of the biggest perks of retirement is that I now have the time to devote energy to important causes. As a career elementary teacher, I will always support anything that promotes education and...
View ArticleMake America Kind Again
I’ve never posted anything political in the 5+ years and 209 posts I’ve written since starting this blog. After this piece, I’ll resume that same approach. Those familiar with me know I like to write...
View ArticlePicture Book Reviews
Even though I was an elementary teacher for 31 years, it’s been years since I’ve read a picture book. Part of that is because I taught in grades 2-6, and most second graders have progressed from early...
View ArticleMy Heroine
Sometimes special individuals come into our lives and make us better people for having known them. I will be forever indebted to my friend, fellow teacher, and former principal, Nancy Wheeler. She was...
View ArticleGuest Post Book Launch—Jacqui Murray
Happy Monday! I’m excited that my first post of 2025 will help spread the word about Jacqui Murray’s new book Savage Land Book 1, Endangered Species. For those who don’t know Jacqui, she specializes in...
View ArticleThe Ideal Traits of Good Friends
There are certain things that all humans desire in their lives. While our basic needs include food, shelter, and clothing, people thrive when they connect with other people. Having taught somewhere in...
View ArticlePassing on Your Life Story
One symptom of aging is that I spend more time reflecting on my life. I suspect this is partially due to being retired and realizing I still have things I want to achieve while I’m able. I’ve never...
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