Lakefront Fairies You are Invited to Listen to the waves Walk by the lake Smell the wildflowers Lay beneath the trees Enjoy the breeze Look up Watch the clouds float by Be still Breathe deep Close your eyes Lift your arms up high Listen to their stories There’s magic in the air As you quietContinue reading “Lakefront Fairies”
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I am not alone!
I am not alone! Today’s a snow day. I am enjoying my home, life and time with Jesus. January always brings one, two or a few depending on the year. I love em, always have and always will. I love being home. This morning I got a phone call from a loved one. They openedContinue reading “I am not alone!”
Wrap Yourself in love and kindness…
Sunday my doctoral journey ended. Officially I am Dr. Marietta F. Luckman, letting that sink in. Wow, thanks God. Jerrel W. Jones was awarded a lifetime achievement or honorary doctoral degree with a long title during our commencment. His family filled the entire row in front of us. My stomach in knots (so much soContinue reading “Wrap Yourself in love and kindness…”
The Call
The Call She was sleeping, eyes closed, deep breaths when from a far she heard a ringing. Eyes closed, she reached for her phone, dropped it to the phone, picked it up, answered, hit the speaker to hear, “ Mom, I want to die.” Instantly awake, “What’s up son? I love you.” “Mom, it’s back,Continue reading “The Call”
Gratitudes
I left my gratitude journal at home today. Usually I put it in my purse. When I get to work it is the first thing I set on my desk when I get to work. Breaks, when I have moments between groups, I write gratitudes. I offer thanks for the good in my day, helpsContinue reading “Gratitudes”
Languish No More…
My 30 day listening quest has ended, yet I listen. Each day I get up and there is a passage I am buringing to read, read, listen. Lectio Divina, the practice of wholly listening. This is day 5 listening on my own without a script (the book Enjoy the Silence, A 30 Day Experiment ListeningContinue reading “Languish No More…”
Friday Reads, Women’s History March 4
Here are this week’s reads, from my desk to yours! Enjoy Excerpt from Love from the Vortex, Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz. The Movement of Me (an excerpt taken from 49-52) Yolanda Sealy-Ruiz I have changed. There is no possible way I can remain the same after sharing time and space with you. Never in my life’s history haveContinue reading “Friday Reads, Women’s History March 4”
There is a Walrus reading in my chair
There is a walrus reading in my classroom. Sitting in my chair, He likes it there. I wonder, Who put him there? He is quite rare, Gave me a scare. Not sure how we will fare. Is this his new lair? Does anyone care? There is a Walrus reading in my chair. Who should IContinue reading “There is a Walrus reading in my chair”
Friday Reads…
This week’s reads from my desk to yours. Nothing makes me happier than reader’s walking into my room asking, “What are the new reads this week?” Here are a couple they have been enjoying today (I think I have a couple still in my bookbag, will share next week)… have a beautiful day and weekend!Continue reading “Friday Reads…”
Friday reads
As a reading specialist my Friday practice is to share new reads with students and staff. Loving to read is a gift as books are magical, they take us to beautiful places, teach, heal and restore. After attending the Wisconsin State Reading Convention I was inspired to share with you. So from my desk toContinue reading “Friday reads”
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