Fear of the Firsts
There are a number of firsts this year, despite it being my ninth year teaching.
Read More Fear of the FirstsNavigating Life as a Teacher and a Writer
There are a number of firsts this year, despite it being my ninth year teaching.
Read More Fear of the FirstsLet me tell you, it is difficult to be “zen” when your dog decides to start licking your extended and open palm.
Read More One Little KissToday’s Slice of Life writing comes from inspiration I had while driving south to see my sister and her family. I don’t mind long drives because it gives me time to listen to audiobooks or podcasts or just reflect on the scenery as I drive. It can be dull, but sometimes you drive through little […]
Read More A Forgotten Town
All I could see as the storm rolled in was the darkened sky and the wind moving the leaves of the trees — green shifting through an entire spectrum of its shades. I watched, leaning back in my chair, tucked safely under the awning. I suppose lightning could still strike me — but the storm wasn’t […]
Read More A Storm Rolling InNow that the weather is reaching that spring-time sweet spot of partially cloudy-to-sunny and cool without being cold, I would like to enjoy the outdoors a bit more from my balcony. Thus, a cleaning has been prompted. I step out onto the small balcony of my apartment, big enough to hold two lawn chairs and […]
Read More A View from my Balcony