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Another Halloween in the Books
Although I miss the fun that I used to have in my pre-children days when I had the time/space/energy to get really creative with my costumes, I will say that there is such magic and excitement that comes from being in the presence of children.First thing in the morning, Henry set out all the pieces of his costume, including his trick-or-treating basket and a flashlight. It was fun to pick up the boys from school with such a sense of anticipation. We got home and started putting our costumes on. We also set up our driveway for our neighborhood party.The trick-or-treating with a big group through our neighborhood… Read More -
I Went to Bulgaria–WHAT?!?
So, yes, I had the opportunity to go to Bulgaria last week. I couldn’t believe it! Montessori For All was invited to present at the Teach For All international conference entitled, “Reimagining Learning.” It’s embarrassing to admit that I had to look up where Bulgaria was (it’s near Greece).We flew from Austin to Toronto to Munich to Sofia and then took a shuttle another two hours to Blagoevgrad. On the way back, we left Blagoevgrad at 2:15am and flew from Sofia to Frankfurt to Houston to Austin. Something I unintentionally realized about international travel: it helps so much to plan your flights to arrive in the evening so you… Read More -
Reflection & Rejuvenation: November
Only two months left of the year. One of the things I like about my 5-year journal is that it gives me a sensorial experience every single night about how much of the year is left, since the thickness of the remaining pages dwindles each day.October! What a month! Our Fall Break trip to Los Angeles and my work trip to Bulgaria (more about Bulgaria tomorrow)! There was also my big fundraising push to raise $150,000 more so we could get started on the first part of our permanent facility. And I’ve been shopping for Christmas presents (to reduce my stress this holiday season). And Matt and… Read More
