A Personal Reflection Steven…one of my favorite neighbors. One thing that draws me to this man is his smiling face and always positive attitude. He is a die hard Oakland Raiders fan and that sealed the deal on our neighborly friendship. I usually see Steven whenever I walk Bailey. Our conversation usually revolves around the Raiders, how their season is going (bad this year), their … Continue reading Steven’s Grief
I just love sunsets. They are totally original and can never be recreated as they are all one of a kind. Definition: Sunset or sundown is the daily disappearance of the Sun below the horizon as a result of Earth’s rotation. Sunsets can be mesmerizing. Why are they so different? What makes them so colorful? The colors of the sunset result from a phenomenon called … Continue reading Fixated on Sunsets
Some of the reasons I love living where I do are: 1. I can still get roses 🌹 in mid-December. They may not be as pretty as my spring roses, but they add beauty to my home. I never thought I’d be able to grow roses. I was told that they are finicky and need a lot of care. Honestly? I just let them do … Continue reading December in California – Some of the Reasons I Love Living Here
My husband has often pointed out to me how (as he calls it) obsessed with “time” I am. At first I was very defensive about it, but as I sat down to really think about it I realized he was right. I’m the first to point out when we should leave for an event. We have to be on time you know. Can’t be late. … Continue reading The Time Conscious Teacher
Today I woke up to a crisp autumn morning (53 degrees in California). Bailey and I went for our walk on the green belt in our neighborhood. I live in the foothills of Mt Diablo and I get to stare at this mountain everyday when I walk. Most of the time I lose myself in thought about what a beautiful place I live in. It … Continue reading The Gift of Life
I’m a little late in posting this, but I wanted to wait to see what would happen after the acquisition. Monday, August 28, 2017 was the day Amazon officially acquired Whole Foods Market. Amazon was very clear that prices would be slashed. “Whole Foods Market will offer lower prices starting Monday on a selection of best-selling grocery staples across its stores, with more to come,” … Continue reading What’s To Become Of Whole Foods? Here Is What I Found Out.
Wow! That is easier said than done. Right now my summer is coming to an end and I’m getting ready to welcome approximately 100 7th graders into my classroom on Tuesday. I’m not new to teaching. I’ll be starting my 17th year. (Yay me!) But……those first day jitters always get to me. Even the other veteran teachers I work with feel this way. There are … Continue reading Take a Deep Breath – Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff
Okay…so I’m on a coconut water kick. Sparkling coconut water that is! I was recently on the east coast visiting my family in New Jersey. My sister, Amy, knows that I love sparkling water and asked me if I’ve ever tried Sanavi. She handed me a glass, I took a sip, and I was in heaven. It’s bubbly with a refreshing coconut flavor. Sanavi is … Continue reading Coconut Water – The Sparkling Kind
I have had dogs all my life starting at the age of 5. There is just something about having a dog in your life. Dogs are unconditional. They are the most loving and forgiving creatures on this Earth. Dogs are the ultimate companion. They want to be wherever you are; including the bathroom! LOL I don’t think my life would be complete without a dog … Continue reading A Human’s Prayer to a Dog
I’ve lived in the Bay Area for 17 years and have never made it up to Washington! Time to go! When planning our adventure in Seattle, I settled on an RV park called Lake Pleasant RV Park. If we stay at a place that we really like, I will always post about it. We were here for four nights and it was definitely worth it. … Continue reading Road Tripping – Seattle, Washington
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