When I see something, hear something or read something, I like to share. Some consider it gossip when you are talking about others, but in this case, it is not. You need to be careful today to make sure you fact check, but this is the truth! Dan Rockwell, a.k.a. Leadership Freak, is one of … Continue reading Not Gossip…nothing but the truth!
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Thoughts to think about-Thursday
Living with principles in confusing times…….. The new year came in January, and now we are facing forward in February, deciding what to prioritize, sorting out options, and choosing directions. Facing February can bring conflicting pressures when we are still focused on things from yesterday and not sure of what is happening in our corner … Continue reading Thoughts to think about-Thursday
Generating Power
Power generates a great deal of conversation. When you see the word power, what is the first thing you think of? The power we use daily, the power we seek to have, the power of others, or how to gain power? Power to Fuel Our Daily Lives “According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, most … Continue reading Generating Power
What “Prescription” do you need?
Are we back to normal yet? What is normal? Many of the challenges and frustrations before the pandemic remain. In addition to those, we find many more to add to them. These factors deplete our emotional reserves and leave us feeling empty and deflated. We just had a holiday break, and many found themselves looking … Continue reading What “Prescription” do you need?
A story to tell
To change the lives of others Today marks my anniversary of being diagnosed with breast cancer. It is my first anniversary, and I am cancer free. If you have experienced cancer, you know it is never too far from your mind. At the beginning of the diagnosis, it was all I could think of, and … Continue reading A story to tell
The apples have fallen from the tree
My father-in-law was a man of very few words. He always made me nervous. My husband and I began dating when we were in high school. At 16, I guess I was a little worried about many things in life. One of the phrases I remember he said was, “If you do not like my … Continue reading The apples have fallen from the tree
Spiritual Sunday: December 4, 2022
I do not do these every Sunday, but I try to do them when needed. December is the best time to have “Spiritual Sunday,” but also a Making Monday Meaningful, Tuesday Terrific, Wednesday Wonderful, Thursday Thankful, Friday Forgiving, and Saturday Stress-free. December is a special month, and I find myself calm, joyful, and reflective during … Continue reading Spiritual Sunday: December 4, 2022
Patching Holes
When you look at Patching Holes, it brings a visual to your mind of a hole. Then the word patching indicates this will be a temporary fix for this hole which will remain to exist. I have been involved in education for over 25 years. I can testify we have been working on patching holes … Continue reading Patching Holes
What’s Trust Got to Do With It?
Everything! If you do not have trust in any relationship or environment, there is no chance it will last or work. Have you ever worked in an environment where you did not trust those you worked with or worked for? If you have, you know exactly how it feels. While listening to an individual tell … Continue reading What’s Trust Got to Do With It?
Today I will say….
My blog post on October 27, 2022, began with students saying. Embedded within the post was an article with data collected from middle and high school students. The data in the paper presented the biggest barriers to student learning, according to a new report released by YouthTruth, a nonprofit that surveys K-12 students and families … Continue reading Today I will say….