I defend my dissertation on July 12th. The culmination of nearly 8 years of work (some of that time was spend processing how research will do what it wants). Eight years of thinking about my work. Eight years of writing. Eight years of missing time with my kids and family. Eight years of wishing I … Continue reading The Light at the End of the Tunnel
School
This I Need To Remember
Yesterday was the day Noah has been waiting for since school started in August. Drum roll please.....HOMEWORK!!! Yep. He and the rest of his first grade class were all equally excited yesterday to get their first homework. I know, cute isn't it? I watched him walk to the car, homework folder in hand with a … Continue reading This I Need To Remember
The Earth Flower: A Story
The following story was created by 3 4-year olds. At my children's school, the early childhood curriculum/theme is dictated by the children and their interests. Zoë's class was fascinated with natural materials--sticks, leaves, stones, and making books. So, natural materials, the natural world and books became the year's focus and all areas of the curriculum … Continue reading The Earth Flower: A Story
Thanksgiving College School Style
My kids school is deep with tradition. There are songs they sing, days they walk to school, ways the donate to those in need, etc. Today was one of the best traditions that the school has--The Thanksgiving Feast. I love the Feast and the community it fosters. The entire school comes together. The students (each … Continue reading Thanksgiving College School Style
Screw It, I Am Saying Never
Something fabulous has happened. I. Have. Free. Time. I know--it is completely insane. But not having homework any more--AWESOME. I know I have this whole dissertation thing hanging over my head, but that is a long-term project. I also have some other writing projects I need to work on, but I don't have weekly homework--other … Continue reading Screw It, I Am Saying Never
Embracing Imperfection 