The Autumn equinox is today, September 23rd. It’s sad that summer fades so quickly. But, just because the Northern Hemisphere is tilting from the sun, doesn’t mean summer antics are over. There is still plenty of sailing and beach bumming time. I’ve been sporadically absent from my blog and newsletter. There are a million excuses… Continue reading Welcome Autumn
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Happy New School Year
Although I am (sort of) retired from teaching, the beginning of a new school season feels like New Year. My head has a fresh haircut. I took advantage of Back to School sales and stocked up on pens, journals, and festive socks. I am looking at new sneakers and contemplating buying a lunch bag, but… Continue reading Happy New School Year
Growing Up With Picture Books
Does one ever grow out of picture books? Are they really just for little kids because they are simple and quick reads? Uhhh...NO! Teachers and parents of big kid readers, consider these points before you pack away your picture books. *Picture books are a feast for the eyes, with beautifully crafted illustrations that bring stories to… Continue reading Growing Up With Picture Books
Beach Week and Beyond
I'm at the beach for a week (maybe longer), so read my previous posts. Thank you to Natalie the Explorer for keeping Weekend Coffee Share percolating.
The Diana-A Family Boat Story
Summer days were the best days, because my summer memories are best. Summer Prompt 3: Tell a favorite boat story. My mom likes the story about the first boat she and dad owned. It has become legend. Diana and Bill were a young married couple in 1957. Bill had to report to army boot camp as… Continue reading The Diana-A Family Boat Story