“Rather blessings, after counting my misfortunes, I realized how the more blessed I am.”― Anthony Liccione When traveling (or even in making plans to travel) there are times when things go awry. As I was making yet another u-turn to go in the correct direction while on the latest National Park road trip with my daughter, … Continue reading Adventures and Misadventures
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Walk in Beauty
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I - I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.Robert Frost Spider Rock - Canyon de Chelly National Monument Living and working in Navajo Nation has been one of the greatest teaching and learning experiences of my career. It has also been … Continue reading Walk in Beauty
The Danger of a Single Story
"The pen that writes your life story must be held in your own hand." Nine months ago, in the middle of this insane pandemic, I chose to relocate to the Navajo Nation and begin teaching English to a generation of culturally confused teenagers who are predominantly English Language Learners. After the initial shock of this … Continue reading The Danger of a Single Story
Invincible Summer
In the midst of hate, I found there was, within me, an invincible love. In the midst of tears, I found there was, within me, an invincible smile. In the midst of chaos, I found there was, within me, an invincible calm. I realized, through it all, that… In the midst of winter, I found … Continue reading Invincible Summer
The Dashboard Wailing Wall
To raise a child who is comfortable enough to leave you means you’ve done your job. They are not ours to keep, but to teach how to soar on their own.Unknown A couple of weeks ago, I dropped off my daughter at the airport as she made her way back to Alaska with the National … Continue reading The Dashboard Wailing Wall
Chasing Verbs 