Little Pleasures
I recently discovered the Dutch treat called Stroopwafel. It’s a toasted waffle filled with caramel, cinnamon, and vanilla. In my town, I can only find
February 26, 2016
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Live With Flair
(my daily blog)
I Don’t Think So
This morning, my youngest daughter warmed my heart. I was leaving for the airport for a conference, and she spoke with my husband about all
February 25, 2016
Always a Little Writing Lesson
We’re noticing the power of “repeated first words” in writing. My students implement the strategy, and they find their writing carries a new force. They
February 24, 2016
When You Face Criticism
I laughed out loud when I read this quote by Dwight Moody this morning. I’m not sure of the original source, but here’s what I
February 23, 2016
“There is no limit to what a man can do or where he can go if he does not mind who gets the credit.” –the plaque President Reagan kept on his desk
I’ve been thinking about a quote I heard last week. It’s this: “There is no limit to what a man can do or where he
February 22, 2016
What You Want, In a Different Form
I know this is one of my most random analogies to follow, but living with flair has always been about finding meaning and beauty in
February 21, 2016
Tiny Little Movements
This morning I heard a great analogy to remember when you are trying to make any sort of life change. My friend says life change
February 20, 2016
Something to Say to Any Child
My youngest daughter yammers away as I’m dropping off her older sister to youth group last night. I’m hearing all about math projects, music class,
February 19, 2016
Merlin Let Me Pet Him
In the early years of Live with Flair, the one-eyed cat we rescued, Jack, became a blog celebrity. I recounted his journey of healing and
February 18, 2016
Try This: I Noticed That
As an educator, I always try to notice when students use the techniques I’ve been teaching. If I forget, they tell me. Oh, they tell
February 17, 2016