SOLSC ~ 2013 ~ 31/31
Now six and having spent several hours playing with his sister and little girl cousins, he’s ready for something else. I watch him from across the table, sitting with the bigger kids and a few grown-ups, he listens intently to the rules of the game. As we play, I notice the flush of excitement that […]
SOLSC ~ 2013 ~ 28/31
Awake in a sleeping house ~ Spring Break! This post was written as part of a monthly challenge sponsored by Two Writing Teachers, to encourage writing and community. The goal is to write a Slice of Life entry each day throughout the month of March.
SOLSC ~ 2013 ~ 27/31
Today I am so thankful for the countless ways in which my friends and family showered me with blessings in celebration of my birthday. In no particular order, here are a few highlights and things for which I’m thankful for today! Health My sassy new scarf (thanks, Babe!) A beautiful bunch of potted calla lilies […]
SOLSC ~ 2013 ~ 25/31
The bing of the PA system broke through the din of partner reading. They hushed and waited, each of us expecting to hear that Internet service had been restored, or another request of our principal to report to the office. As his voice broke through, there was an audible smirk evident as he prefaced his […]
SOLSC ~ 2013 ~ 24/31
I ask myself often if it’s worth risking everything. I wonder and pray. I question and consider. Will things really be different? Or will this longing still lurk in the shadows? This post was written as part of a monthly challenge sponsored by Two Writing Teachers, to encourage writing and community. The goal is to write […]
SOLSC ~ 2013 ~ 23/31
Twelve hours ago we left home for a fun-filled day of Easter egg collection, literary affection, birthday cake confection, familial connection, and theatrical perfection. Seems like the day has headed in a fabulous direction! This post was written as part of a monthly challenge sponsored by Two Writing Teachers, to encourage writing and community. The goal […]
SOLSC ~ 2013 ~ 22/31
I wrote this poem yesterday as part of a Professional Development workshop with Penny Kittle. We were invited to personify an emotion, inspired by the talented Taylor Mali. Hope landed on my porch today, small and strong, his wings tucked neatly into his red breast. All around him was evidence that he may, in […]
SOLSC ~ 2013 ~ 19/31
So much to accomplish, so few minutes in which to do so. So many to please, so seldom it seems I do. This post was written as part of a monthly challenge sponsored by Two Writing Teachers, to encourage writing and community. The goal is to write a Slice of Life entry each day throughout […]
SOLSC ~ 2013 ~ 17/31
Believe me when I say that I Love the give and take, the push and pull of the Everyday writing this Slice of life story challenge Stirs within me. And yet, I find myself struggling this year. Notwithstanding, I will Give myself permission to write and Share as much as I possibly can. […]
SOLSC ~ 2013 ~ 14/31
Work and Play, are two friends whose paths occasionally cross. This post was written as part of a monthly challenge sponsored by Two Writing Teachers, to encourage writing and community. The goal is to write a Slice of Life entry each day throughout the month of March.
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