a night of nights
Silent Night, Holy Night A poem, a broken organ, a legend filled with some truths and facts. Silent Night is typically sung just one night, this night, in the Austrian Alps where it was first performed 200 years ago. If […]
How I see it!
It has always been this simple…
When I was a kid there was a local program on channel 9 that shaped my view of the world. When you’re watching a 19 inch Black and White TV my view of the world may have been monochromatic, but […]
My teachers were effective because?
(Published in my Tumblr account March 2013) A recent post appeared in ASCD Smartbrief and I agree with everything. Well, everything except for what’s missing. ASCD compiled seven statements and asked “What makes an effective teacher?” The idea was to vote for […]
Part II — Amazing Times
(Published in my Tumblr account March 2013) I really believe that everything happens for a purpose. No accidents, or coincidence but purpose. Last week when I was thinking, and sharing here that true collaboration is and must continue to become […]
Things other people say
(Publihed in my Tumblr account Summer 2013) There are great leaders, writing lots of great things about leadership. This link will take you to a great article about a sermon, a walk, and trust. If you don’t have time to read the […]
If this is the future – we’ve already seen it.
(Published in my Tumblr acct in 2013) If this comes true! In this interview, Mr. Gates talks about being present, the flexibility of learning and the learning environment for college students. Here’s my little two cents worth. If we are […]
To Band Geeks everywhere
Published in my Tumblr acct in 2013 This week has my mind on the role models in my life for some obvious reasons. They are all getting older! Some in their late 70’s and other nearing their middle 90’s…older. My […]
Something about me you need to know
Published in my Tumbler acct in 2013 editors note: This fills my very being to this very day, even though sometimes the darkness does cast a shadow. I grew up believing I could do anything! I suppose if you know […]
Some days are Diamonds — Facebook posts that make you smile
Published in Tumblr in 2013 editors note: Lori died in the Fall of 2018, but she will never be forgotten. Today I was grinning from ear to ear as I read a Facebook post. Before I get too far into […]
Teachings BEST Practice = Influence
Published on my Tumblr in 2013 The greatest thing I learned in my 25+ years in education was that people long to be taught something new, but the teacher and the method matters. There must be a level of rapport […]