This is the hardest blog post I've ever written and possibly the hardest one I'll ever have to write. I recognize that writing this may cost me some respect, followers, or even friends. But I also believe that staying silent on this decision is not the right thing for me. I make it a point … Continue reading Thoughts from a Pro-Choice Christian
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The History of Father’s Day
Sunday was a couple of different holidays here in the United States, but one of them was Father's Day. I did a history of Mother's Day post a few years ago (May 2019 to be specific), but I've never done a Father's Day history post. It's time that we change that! So Father's Day actually … Continue reading The History of Father’s Day
My Favorite Relationship Advice
Relationships, especially romantic relationships, can be good or bad. It might be scary getting into a relationship, and things may not turn out the way you expect. Since we're in the middle of a lot of marriage season, and I know a lot of people like to get into at least summer romances, I thought … Continue reading My Favorite Relationship Advice
The End of Year 2
Today was the last day of school for my students. This means that my second year of teaching has come to an end! I wanted to use today's post as a chance to reflect on what all went down this year, and maybe provide some insight to some of you as well. I should have … Continue reading The End of Year 2
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is one of those terms that has become a lot more prominent recently. As mental health discussions become more mainstream, then this word gets put out there. So let's take a look and dive into it today. The dictionary defines mindfulness as "the quality or state of being conscious or aware of something." That … Continue reading Mindfulness
Where are You Going?
It's no secret that everyone has been through hardships in life. Every life has issues and challenges. It's also not much of a secret that this year has been a lot for me. I've had a lot of new challenges I've had to face as a teacher, and I've done a lot of learning, growing, … Continue reading Where are You Going?
How I Paid off My Car in a Year and a Half
Last weekend, I did something really exciting. I paid off my car! This is the first car in my name, and this is the first time I've had to make payments on something. I had a five year loan, and I paid it off in less than two. Here's how I did it. Also, please … Continue reading How I Paid off My Car in a Year and a Half
Processing Time
As a teacher, you're taught to provide students with "wait time." Wait time is the space of time between when you ask a question and when students are supposed to provide an answer. This way, students have a chance to think and process. This is how real life should work as well I know, for … Continue reading Processing Time
Reset
It is so crazy to me that we're already a month into 2022. I feel like January normally takes forever to get through. But this year, it feels like it has flown by. I know, for me at least, that this year is already starting out full of chaos. There's been a lot going on … Continue reading Reset
Spoons
It's been a busy couple of weeks. So much so that I haven't had time or I've forgotten to write. But I'm back now! And today I want to talk about spoons. Yes you read that correctly. Spoons are important. The Spoon Theory is a pretty common one in the circles of illness and disability. … Continue reading Spoons