On episode #91 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Elysha and I talk storytelling! In our follow up segment, we congratulate listeners on their new baby! We also launch our…

One month ago today, against the advice and counsel of scientists, doctors, and public policy experts, Trump said, "When you have 15 people, and the 15 within a couple of…

I’m a very fortunate person. I’m married to a clever, funny, beautiful woman. We have two uncharacteristically well-behaved children. I have a remarkable group of friends. I’ve been teaching elementary…

I am so impressed with my colleagues today. The teachers, principals, and superintendents who have worked at a record pace to develop and deliver curriculum and instruction to children across…

Charlie was counting coins yesterday as part of a his math lesson. I was helping out a little. Nickels and quarters can look alike to a little boy. As he…

Over the last week, no fewer than two dozen friends, readers, and followers have sent me messages letting me know that when Shakespeare was quarantined because of the plague, he…

Let us remember that in this time of the pandemic, when our leaders in Washington failing to take the actions necessary to keep us safe, it’s the grocery store employees,…

I’d like to suggest that we all be as gentle as possible with each other in this unprecedented time. I’m thinking specifically about the paradox of preparation: Outstanding preparation and…

Two weeks ago, before our country came to a standstill and life changed so profoundly for so many of us, I was stepping toward the counter at a 7-11 with…

On episode #90 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Matthew and Elysha Dicks talk storytelling! In our follow up segment, we discuss the importance of storytelling and self-care in the…