A new school year is beginning for many of you (or for your families) this month. If so, I truly hope that you will have a joyful, engaging year of learning ahead! Here are some quotes to inspire you for this new school year. “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to
Spring started about a month ago, and I’ve really been enjoying the outdoors, soaking in the sunshine and breathing in the fresh air. Wildflowers are blooming in the yard, the leaves are green, and the air smells deliciously sweet. This spring weather is ideal for me; it’s not too cold, and it’s not too hot.
Life is a journey that involves learning. And for most of us, the words “back to school” are a part of that journey. How have the words “back to school” affected you? You might be a student, a teacher, or a parent of a child in school. I work at a college counseling center, and
What does summer represent for you? A break from work? Time in the sunshine? Too much time in the sunshine? A season to make happy memories? In honor of the first official week of summer, here are some fun and beautiful quotes about the summer season. Enjoy these quotes, and enjoy your summer! “And so
Until today, I haven’t been ready to blog about the most exciting, meaningful part of my current life. . . . I’m expecting a baby girl in two months. It’s been quite the journey, and I look forward to writing more about it. For today, I’ll share one of my favorite things about being pregnant:
We’re now in the midst of the “back to school” season, which means that stores and parking lots are more crowded, parents are busy adjusting to their kids’ new routines, college students are reappearing in town, and teachers are getting to know the personalities of the students they’ll be teaching. I remember when going “back
Life has been moving at a different speed lately. I’ve been consumed by several life-changing events, and in some ways, I feel like I’ve been living in an alternate reality. Even though life has been busy, it’s been a good busy. I’ve felt very blessed with the changes going on in my life, even though
I remember when “summer” was always an exciting word. It meant warmer weather, playing outside, trips to the beach, and best of all. . . no school! I also remember when summer became less exciting. In college, summers also meant no school, and that meant less activity, less fun, less time with friends. I was
As I stood under a clear blue sky yesterday, I felt truly grateful that we were able to honor the life of my grandmother-in-law, Jerrie Mock. Eight of us were gathered at Bald Point State Park, and we watched as three small planes flew over the Gulf of Mexico. It was a simple yet meaningful
This weekend, I spent several hours enjoying lovely sounds. I don’t usually focus on the auditory perspective of my experiences, but over the last couple of days, I really appreciated what I listened to. I was disappointed when I found out that the forecast predicted rain throughout the weekend. I knew that I’d probably miss
