Vacation time has ended and back-to-school sales fill newspapers and websites. Arms laden with newly-purchased supplies, teachers are scurrying to prepare for a new school year. As a retired teacher, I know well the level of energy educators require, especially in August and September. The work of preparation (lesson plans,…
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Back-to-School Teacher Support
From the moment our son played on the playground and noticed the bright yellow doors, he was ready to start school. Chocolate brown eyes danced with excitement as he entered Mrs. Tippett’s kindergarten class. Memories of a second-grade homework assignment make me smile. Not understanding that his teacher meant essay,…
At Home with Winsome Words
Come on in the house. I’m glad to see you. You’re such a blessing to me. I’m thankful you’re my friend. God bless you. You did such a good job! Good night, sweetie. Words matter. In fact, they can encourage, enlighten, and edify a person’s heart. Winsome words stir warm…
An Inviting Invitation
Anxious to join the festivities and meet Chelsea’s “Prince Charming,” my husband and I planned our 580 mile trip to witness the marriage of our oldest niece. The bride-to-be expressed appreciation that we’d accepted invitations to the rehearsal dinner and wedding. The morning of her big day, my niece texted…
Caring for Cancer Patients: A Sister’s Touch
Dedicated to a friend who excels at sisterly love and to everyone who provides care for cancer patients A sister’s voice is encouraging. gently asking questions wisely emailing advice faithfully calling and flying cross-country tenderly expressing love frequently assuring of prayer A sister’s cooking is healing. enticing menus designed healthy…