Do you ever wish that you owned a time machine? You know, a way to go back and give yourself sage advice. Maybe you want to stop yourself from making a decision that you know would help avoid pain and trouble along the way. Perhaps you want to tell yourself to avoid taking that job… Continue reading If I Could Turn Back Time… Lessons Learned In Twenty Years Of Teaching
Beer Leap 2020
It comes around once every four years... Leap Day! It's a bonus day in February to cross things off your to-do list, seize the day, and all that stuff. However, THIS year Leap Day fell on a weekend, which means a bonus day to waste time. What did I do on this glorious, sunny day… Continue reading Beer Leap 2020
Forty Fat And Fabulous Runs Disney!
Three years ago when I started training and participating in 5K races, I had one ultimate goal in mind. I mean yes, I wanted to take better care of myself, and do something no one thought I could, and blah, blah, blah. But seriously... what I REALLY wanted to do was participate in a runDisney… Continue reading Forty Fat And Fabulous Runs Disney!
Mouse Ears… My Favorite Souvenirs
Princess 5K week has finally arrived. I am packing my bags and I’m ready to head to Orlando. Hooray! My friends and I have been waiting for this week for almost a year. We have trained, found the perfect race gear, and planned all of our adventures for the weekend. Keep an eye out for… Continue reading Mouse Ears… My Favorite Souvenirs
Wisdom From My Grandparents (And Why Saving Old School Papers Can Be Important)
** This is a story I published in April 2012, shortly after my Grammy died from a battle with lung cancer. At that time, I was preparing to take my students to sing in New York City. As we prepare for that trip again, she is in the forefront of my heart. How I miss… Continue reading Wisdom From My Grandparents (And Why Saving Old School Papers Can Be Important)