“A great accomplishment shouldn’t be the end of the road, just the starting point for the next leap forward.” -Harvey Mackay This is my day to celebrate the last day of the semester. I got myself a Reese’s cup, and now I’m going to take a couple of days to relax and decompress. How’s yourContinue reading “Make Every Accomplishment a New Beginning”
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Seasons in the Workforce
“Without change there is no innovation, creativity, or incentive for improvement. Those who initiate change will have a better opportunity to manage the change that is inevitable.” -William Pollard So I’ve been thinking about how I can run a workforce that supports the different seasons of the menstrual cycle. This is what’s coming to mindContinue reading “Seasons in the Workforce”
Intentional Gentleness
“In my 40th year, I feel like I’ve only just mastered the art of not being too hard on myself regarding what I feel I ‘should’ be doing.” -Casey Powney Taken from Louise Haywood-Schiefer’s artcle “I Accept Myself for Who I Am’: People at 40 on What Life has Taught Them so Far.” This fall,Continue reading “Intentional Gentleness”
Today’s Hike
“An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” -Henry David Thoreau I got to take my girls on a hike with my class, and we really enjoyed ourselves. It was nice to be outside, moving, and being active while learning about rock formations and seeing a waterfall. My girls paid attention and tookContinue reading “Today’s Hike”
Minds
“My mother said I must always be intolerant of ignorance but understanding of illiteracy. That some people, unable to go to school, were more educated and more intelligent than college professors.” -Maya Angelou This is my first time seeing this quote, and I love it! It adds so much balance to the way you shouldContinue reading “Minds”
Connection
“I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.” -Brene Brown This blog is where I come to express myself about a million different things. Sometimes it’s just sharingContinue reading “Connection”
Spring Break Day 5
“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” -Helen Keller We’ve reached the end of my Spring Break adventures. I saw an old mill burned down and googled it to find out the fire spread toxic chemicals everywhere, making the cost of demolition too great. It was a steel mill. It probably gaveContinue reading “Spring Break Day 5”
Spring Break Day 4 pic
Today wasn’t much of a vacation day. Lots of momming was done, but I took moments for myself. When I finally got home, I melted into my relaxation. I’m grateful for my life. I’m grateful for where I get to be in life, and I’m excited to keep going. There’s not much to complain about,Continue reading “Spring Break Day 4 pic”
Spring Break Day 4
Today wasn’t much of a vacation day. Lots of momming was done, but I took moments for myself. When I finally got home, I melted into my relaxation. I’m grateful for my life. I’m grateful for where I get to be in life, and I’m excited to keep going. There’s not much to complain about,Continue reading “Spring Break Day 4”
Spring Break Day 3
Spring Break Day 3 “Reading is just a vacation you pay less for, with an agenda you have no control over.” ―J.S. Wik Reading, a tiny bit of homework, and light cleaning were my plans today. I took a nap, and I’ve been slacking on my mom duties in the name of vacation. It’s soContinue reading “Spring Break Day 3”
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