Wow, we are in September? All ready? I started this last night, and just didn't get it finished because I've been late getting home, late getting supper, and late getting to bed. Not exactly how I want my school year... Continue Reading →
We've taught our daughters that thank you notes are a must. Do they always get them written? Not at all. Do I get them written? Nope, I'm just as guilty as my daughters. Time and effort are required, and sometimes... Continue Reading →
As I become more comfortable with myself at age 44, I've grown more comfortable with where I've come from. I've taken to saying, "I'm Irish on both sides of my family. My wife has Scottish blood in her and just... Continue Reading →
I've had a couple of people comment that they've clicked into my blog because of the titles, just seeing how in the world I'd tie things together with a goofy title like that! I'd guess this would be no different!... Continue Reading →
I cannot believe that I've not used this title before. Every Sunday this song pops into my head because this is what Sunday mornings are for, to relax, to drink a little coffee and read, just to be without a... Continue Reading →
I follow any number of hashtags on a daily basis, one of them being #iaedfuture, a hashtag about the future of education in Iowa. It's populated with some incredible mind of education, and I'm often left in awe about the... Continue Reading →
Can I do this? I'm not a secure person, not in the least. We talk about how social media gives our students a voice, I was that student in middle school and high school. I never had that courage to... Continue Reading →
Really, I have done other things this summer other than attend technology conferences! I'm taking a blended class on teaching writing, I'm working to keep up my garden, and we just got back from a few days in Door County,... Continue Reading →
It's been a while since I've felt like writing one of these. I won't belabor the difficult school year I've had, but after a while, finding a happy thought to write about became a struggle. Last weekend, I spend some... Continue Reading →
The Life of a Conflicted Teacher 