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
Just One Example Of What Is Wrong In Education
Believe me I have many more than just one, but there is one particular thing that bothers me and that is the misappropriation of proven techniques for learning. It is really frustrating to see professionals and whole schools say they are doing "reading workshop," for example, and then nothing they do in class really fits … Continue reading Just One Example Of What Is Wrong In Education
Hair Meets Scissors
Monday, I was taking out some of Zoë's braids for a new do for picture day. I had some scissors out (can you predict where this might be leading?) to cut the bands off the bottom of the braids. I took out a few braids and Noah called for me. I left the living room … Continue reading Hair Meets Scissors
Picture Day
Just Write --Today and every Tuesday, I am joining Heather in her brilliant idea to freewrite. I love this idea as it frees me up from having to ponder too long for a topic. Click through to her blog for the details and her own Just Write. I looked in the rear view mirror as … Continue reading Picture Day
Favorite Foods from Week 1 Of Clean Eating
I eat pretty "clean" as it is--but I am committed to doing it 99% of time (I need wine every once in awhile--and my hubs makes the best chocolate chip cookies). This week I discovered Pureed Cauliflower and I have to say it was awesome. I steamed a whole head, then blended it with roasted … Continue reading Favorite Foods from Week 1 Of Clean Eating
