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There is a lot talk at our house lately about “strikes” and “Eagle Bucks.” As a parent, I become confused: I am uncomfortable, to say the least, when I hear my child has two strikes or owes Eagle Bucks. Being asked to stay home or be removed from the community doesn’t seem right – especially when … Read More
My grandmother Sara Camilla Collins Emerick (we called her Muhr) was an English teacher turned real estate entrepreneur. She was classy and elegant. The thing I remember most about Muhr is that she never complained. She lived through the great depression, cancer, death of loved ones, and the difficulties of aging. She faced hard times … Read More
Last night was long and exhausting. It was the kind of night that is followed by a morning where you wake up and just aren’t quite ready to tackle the day. It has been a two cup of coffee kind of morning…. You might ask what caused such a long night and rough morning. It … Read More
It is so hard to believe we are wrapping up our first semester! I have learned a great deal in my brief stent as a school administrator. What strikes me as the biggest lesson learned is that children are more capable than we think if given the opportunity! I have seen growth not only in … Read More
Is a little suffering good for kids? My childhood was not one of ease. My parents had all of us kids work! As a youngster, I mowed lawns, cleaned houses, swept job sites, cooked dinner, pulled dandelion weeds, babysat, and often did my own laundry. My parents were big believers in teaching us to work … Read More