Snow Vocabulary

A few weeks ago, my oldest grandson Weston was visiting. The weather report threatened snow and boy was he excited. We waited and waited, but so did the snow. It was cold and every now and then we would see snowflakes, flurries, and light snow, not enough to stick. A few days later we put … Continue reading Snow Vocabulary

Reading “Flamer”

There has been so much discussion and controversy around the book "Flamer," by Mark Curato that when it became available at the Public Library I checked it out. Let me backtrack and give you a little info about the author. During my tenure as a school librarian I had the pleasure to meet him. Not … Continue reading Reading “Flamer”

Daily Goals: Finding Joy

I journal every day. As part of journaling I write an affirmation, a gratitude and a goal. I have to work really hard to make sure my goal doesn't morph into a "to do" list - It should be more of a life goal. Some examples have included:Be productive. Be people centered. Be creative.  And the one today? To find Joy … Continue reading Daily Goals: Finding Joy

Post Office Adventures.

There is something I love about a rainy, cold day. Especially if I have no where to go, no place to be. I can curl up with a book. With a quilting project. Work on a puzzle and listen to a favorite podcast.  It was one of those days, I was reading the best book. Outside it was sleety/snowy/rainy. Unfortunately … Continue reading Post Office Adventures.