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A Teacher’s Life

The Girl Who Called Me Mama

The day a special needs child broke my heart

Sep 22

A black woman hugs a black girl. Both have their eyes closed as they embrace while standing in front of a wall.

Sep 22

Alone Vs. Lonely

Reconciling my desire for companionship with my reality and finding joy in solitude

1d ago

Alone Vs. Lonely

1d ago

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A Teacher’s Life

The Consequences of Eliminating the US Department of Education

An examination of the specific functions of the DOE and the possible consequences of eliminating it.

2d ago

The Consequences of Eliminating the US Department of Education

2d ago

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The Political Prism

Be the Light in the Darkness

Sadness, despair, anger, bewilderment overwhelm me, but so does hope after Tuesday’s election.

6d ago

Voting ballot

6d ago

What No One Teaches About Teaching

My new book on suriving and thriving in the world’s great profession

6d ago

What No One Teaches About Teaching

6d ago

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Write A Catalyst

Let’s Normalize Loving Each Other Again

The cure to most of our ills in society is perfect love, willing the good of the other and treating others like we want to be treated.

Oct 25

Let’s Normalize Loving Each Other Again

Oct 25

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Write A Catalyst

A Snake is a Snake.

Don’t play with snakes.

Oct 8

A Snake is a Snake.

Oct 8

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Write A Catalyst

Oh No, I Think I Might Be Prejudiced

An ordeal at Best Buy taught me patience and humility.

Oct 5

Oh No, I Think I Might Be Prejudiced

Oct 5

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This Little Light

Love Your Neighbor As Yourself, Even When Your Neighbor is a Jerk

Christians are called to love even when it is hard.

Oct 3

Love Your Neighbor As Yourself, Even When Your Neighbor is a Jerk

Oct 3

Life Has Been Life-in

Why I’ve been mostly silent for the past month.

Sep 20

Life Has Been Life-in

Sep 20

Jade Shines Light

Jade Shines Light

A medically retired teacher trying to bring a little salt and light into the world. If you enjoy my work, please leave a clap or comment. Thank you!

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