Borrowed... but Thought Provoking!

One of the blogs that I follow had this message posted this morning:

"Someone asked me once where I would be if had to start over again with only what I had thanked God for the night before. Let me tell you, it wasn't a life I was going to want to live. Even if you don't believe in God, it's a thought provoking question, and a good reminder to take the time to reflect on the good things in your life and truly appreciate them and realize how fortunate you are." - The Adventures of Scuba Jack-

The good things in your life... one of the most important is your kids. I am blessed each and every day to be touched by the lives of so many children. Their smiles brighten my day, and their tears tug at my heart. Sure, there are hard days, but there are so many more good things than bad.
Reflect on the gifts that have been placed in your presence. Consider how your life has been blessed by theirs. Cherish each moment. For we do not know what tomorrow brings, be it joy or sorrow. And allow your hear to be tugged on and brightened at the same time. And, more importantly, hug your child, and tell them with real words how special they are. I've never heard anyone say that they wish they wouldn't have loved their children so much. Go ahead... I will join you.
Just a thought... for Thanksgiving.

NEW LINKS

Check out the new MATH links in the list to the right. Some fun games to play while working on your multiplication facts!

Young Americans!

The Young Americans are coming! It is going to be an action-packed week for all involved... including me! I am humbled by the opportunity to be able to share my home with a few this week, and anxiously await the stories and experiences they will share with my family! I am also looking forward to hearing stories from my students as they have the opportunity to participate in the workshops! If you participate, let me know, and we will share your stories as well!

Hmmmm...

Frank Lloyd Wright, the popular and scholarly master architect, was known for his many innovative buildings. Towards the end of his career when asked by a journalist for his favorite out of his many architectural works of art, he responded, "My next one."

Where are you? Are you happy with what you have already accomplished, or is there more to look forward to? Are you energized and excited to start today, to embark on the adventure this day holds for you? Are you learning and growing, even if you are not still in school? I challenge you today to think bigger, think bolder, think more like the designer of Falling Water ... think beyond what you know today and think about what your future might hold.

BACK TO SCHOOL!

I can hardly believe that it is back-to-school time already. August is here, school shopping is underway, and plans for the classroom are flooding my mind. I am anticipating a wonderful year with amazing students who are looking forward to brain-stretching adventures! If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me.... see you soon!

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January, Already?

I feel like I continually repeat myself, but I can not believe that it is January already! There is so much to do and so little time! The second grading period is nearly over, and before we know it PSSAs will be here! Then it is baseball season and summer... oh my! The snowstorm is on the way!
We have started blogging in the classroom. It is so much fun. Many of the students are catching on quickly and are enjoying commenting in their secret names!
We are reading novels about PA history this month and studying the Civil War and the times immediately following. I am looking forward to My Brother's Keeper and The Day It Rained Forever (a personal favorite). These books are usually enjoyed by all, and often I get responses from the parents as well. We will be blogging through these books, so feel free to ask your children to share their blogs with you often.
January snow... quiet, soft, and often a mixture of flurries... enjoy it while it lasts!