The clock is ticking, and this year will soon be done. I don’t know about you, but I am always filled with serious thoughts on December 31, each year seems to be the same. What did I accomplish in the past year? What goals will I revisit in the new year? What adventures are waiting…

Maybe I am just getting old, but every time I hear people say this, it makes my skin itch… not because I don’t like authenticity and honesty, but because these seem to be the current buzz words used to get you out of trouble, to absolve you from the responsibility of hurting another person. I have…

I was watching a news report this morning about how the behaviors of the students are catching the attention of the community. The district officials met with parents last night to address concerns. The parents were looking for changes– changes in administration, changes in teachers, and changes in programs. They were there to hold the…

As I am working on my new platform, books, projects, and career adjustments, I can do so with the stability of a full time job that I actually enjoy. I am so thankful for what this job has allowed me to do. This company has been very good to me. We were told this week,…

I sold my first book today! This is seriously exciting. I heard not long ago that when you start facing the things that scare you, then you are going the right direction. I am not sure if that is true or not, but publishing has been enticing, yet scary at the same time. I sure…