…what that might look like. Many teachers are finding themselves in the position of trying to “teach” in the midst of restrictive protocols and increased anxiety all around. Regardless of…

…tears. But what happens when a child does not seem to be affected by the situation? It might be tempting to think (or hope?) that they have not really been…

…the beauty, the magic, in the smallest of things that might otherwise go unnoticed;  …enough to feel our connection to the world around us, to feel the pulse of the…

…and the mighty Pacific Ocean with its endless horizon and powerful waves. One afternoon on this trip, in a particularly reflective place, I found myself at the ocean’s edge contemplating…

yellow dandelions

…pretty black and white. I dare not sing lest someone find me off-tune. I dare not draw or paint or act or … well, anything that might show my lack…

Light flower

…were; flat-lined one might say. It now speaks to the form of what happens while denuding it of spirit.  To capitalize a word is also to personalize it; that is, to give…

chick in hand

…ever been blessed enough to know. It breaks my heart to think I might never again talk with you, learn to make your famous meatballs, watch Mrs Doubtfire and laugh…

Magic trunk

…getting the notes right. To be in good company as we bumble our way to getting stuff out in a way that doesn’t hurt our loved ones. The art might…

…I was safe. Mrs. Tiller invited me to read when I was done my work, and suggested new books she thought I might like. Once when my cat followed me…

Fall has arrived. School is in. It’s possible your child might not be happy about it. For many parents it may be a time when young children have difficulty separating….

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