My Brother, Ryan

If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together, keep me in your heart, I’ll stay there forever.” -Winnie the Pooh

October Debt Board

I’ve written about personal finance in the past, and it’s true, it’s become less of an interest and more of an obsession. One…

Locker Room Talk

“This was locker room talk. I’m not proud of it. I apologized to my family. I apologized to American people. Certainly I’m not…

November Debt Board

November is the month to give thanks, and although I try to be consciously thankful EVERY month, I couldn’t help but feel…

ECET2 Nostalgia

In honor of tomorrow’s ECET2 (Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers) Puget Sound even … the first in three…

Flashback

I remember trying on at least three different pants/shoes combinations; absolutely sure that he’d notice whether or not I was stylistically…

The Dertings Est. 2016

I actually met Justin before I ever knew Leesa. It was one of the first days of 5th grade, I was new to the school and…

Wednesday Gratitude

I know the transition has brought a sizable amount of stress into my life, but I am unbelievably grateful for my job.

With Knowledge Comes Peace

The last month has felt chaotic to me. The minute I feel caught up, or like I have a handle on things…

Monday Eve

A few quick words in effort to not get too off track with my #blog365 after a crazy, busy, memorable, amazing, exhausting weekend…