It takes a village to raise a child. This phrase has been said a million times since I was a kid. But, it really hit home when I became a mom and then a teacher. It truly does take a village to raise a child nowadays. And if a child is born into poverty or in a low...
Encouragement has been hard for me to muster this week. I am usually the first to be bright-eyed and positive. I always have a word for those in need. But, this week was hard for me. Since it was hard for me, I know that it has also been for so many of you. Clearly...
I’m in education and one of the things I see often in our youth is a sense of entitlement. I hear it from my friends and colleagues as we discuss our experiences. I hear it in my church, in the malls, out and about in life- I hear it. Kids today have strong...
