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Thank Heavens! The auditorium was packed with HUNDREDS of teachers, administrators, and support staff! We were there to “kick off” the school year – and seriously, it was the best rally I’ve ever been to. The highlight, I thought, was … Continue reading →

Last night I went to the wedding of a childhood friend, Mark. It was a very nice service and a beautiful reception. The bride looked absolutely gorgeous, and the two looked incredibly in love. It is fun to watch as … Continue reading →

I was fortunate to be able to connect with yet another old friend this week. Amy was another victim of my late night sleep over homesickness. 🙂 But – she stuck it out and we’ve remained friends over the years. … Continue reading →

My dear friend, Jenny (yes, I get to call you that!), was home this past weekend, which meant I got an evening out on the town. 🙂 My earliest memory of Jen is having to call home at one of … Continue reading →

April helped me transform the room that was quite institutional (and formerly a computer lab) into a full-blown classroom. I am not very creative when it comes to setting up a classroom (or decorating any space, for that matter!) so … Continue reading →

I can’t shake the feeling that I’m not old enough for this job. For the first time in my professional career I am not the youngest or least experienced. But I don’t feel any different. My Mitchell experience is a … Continue reading →

This winter was a rough one at my grandparent’s place. The pipes froze and the roof leaked… Dad had issues of his own without water and then the transmission on his truck went out. I was amazed that there was … Continue reading →

Ahhh… the fresh air, the sunshine, the sound of animals all around AND the absence of internet! We had a GREAT trip into the BWCA, more specifically into Big Moose Lake. Bill, Dad, and I left home around 6:30 Tuesday … Continue reading →

My sister, April, is off celebrating at her 10 year reunion tonight. I saw the pictures of her class living it up last night… it’s almost as though 10 years haven’t gone by! I love that about coming from a … Continue reading →

There’s not a whole lot to say on the topic of the catostrophic bridge collapse in the Twin Cities. But like most of you, my thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of those affected. Tragedies like … Continue reading →