A few things happened over this past week that has got me thinking about my health and goals: 1. A month ago, we get an email from my dad, talking about dad stuff, then he slips in that he fell... Continue Reading →
I'm not even sure why I started writing this a couple of days ago and am continuing today. I need to code. I'm teaching a Python class and my knowledge of the language is not where it should be right... Continue Reading →
Last Saturday, we made the trip to Red Lobster and Sam's Club (think Costco-style warehouse). My wife had been editing some curriculum for hours and was starting to break down. We'd planned on doing this, but she got wrapped up... Continue Reading →
it's been a long day, I'm writing my Slice late, and tomorrow is our first day of school #ugh So, my brain is pretty well shot dealing with professional development, a Zoom meeting, then trying to keep focused long enough... Continue Reading →
As teachers, our busy time comes in streaks: The end of the grading periods, end of the school year, holidays, and the beginning of the school year. So, why not have both Irish Fest AND Iowa State Fair stuff in... Continue Reading →
Today, we were supposed to go work in school (by the way, an average teacher donates $7,500 worth of hours to their profession), getting our rooms put together a bit because this weekend is Iowa Irish Fest and next week... Continue Reading →
The Life of a Conflicted Teacher 
Sunday Salutations: Where Do You Want to Be?
This has been a question on my mind a lot lately. As I mentioned in a previous blog, some negative stuff took place that has refocused my attention to making sure I am where need to be, period. This past... Continue Reading →