On Watching the News of the Tsunami in Japan
As I grade papers today, I want to ignore the background buzz and flicker of a news channel showing footage of the earthquake and tsunami
March 11, 2011
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Live With Flair
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An Environment for Personal Growth
For years and years, I’ve tried to bake with yeast. I’m rarely successful in getting my dough to rise like I want. But today, I
March 10, 2011
Be Still
My little joint stays swollen, so the doctor orders an MRI today. Stripped down, wrapped in warm blankets, and encased in strange foam to
March 9, 2011
When You Feel the Pressure
I’m baking a carrot cake for my husband’s birthday (Happy Birthday!), and I notice the instructions for “higher altitudes.” I see the detailed changes for
March 8, 2011
A Change of Plans
Snow Storm Coming I had already run around in short sleeves. I had already let my daughter frolic outside in flip-flops with butterflies on them.
March 7, 2011
Smooth Move
Tonight in my town, the roller skating rink will host a free “Family Roller Skating Party” just for our elementary school. While my children jump
March 6, 2011
Flossing and Jesus
Sometime this year, I fell out of the habit of flossing. I’m not sure when it happened. Maybe it was when I ran out and
March 5, 2011
What Children Remember About Spring Break
This morning on the walk to school, a little boy tells us his plans for Spring Break. All week, we’ve been hearing what other families
March 4, 2011
“Do Everything, Even the Insignificant Things, in a Significant Way”
Early this morning, before the chatter and patter of little girls and the swish and push of backpacks and coats, I read this quote: “Do
March 3, 2011
Little Girl, Big Puddle
The First Spring Melt Can I Do This? Yes, I Can Free to Play ________________Journal: Can I see my fear as a puddle? I won’t
March 2, 2011