GRIN & BARE IT
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I have been posting to this blog every day since 2005.
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My parting advice for teachers
When George Washington left office after his second term, he delivered a speech filled with Read More
My retirement party — in short
Mark Twain famously had the opportunity to watch his own funeral and listen to the Read More
Three best words
I am never more impressed with someone than when I hear them say this simple, Read More
My superpowers
I often told my students that my superhero name was Nachos Grande — the name Read More
7 questions to evaluate a religion
As a reluctant atheist, I am constantly examining, studying, and keeping a weather eye on Read More
What will I do now that I have retired from teaching?
For about a month. I have been asked by many, many people what I will Read More
Julia makes me cry
For more than a decade, I offered a challenge to my fifth-grade students: Write something Read More
Important lessons not in the curriculum
It’s my final day as an elementary school teacher. After 27 years of standing in Read More
Never Have I Ever
Behold: an update on the things that many, if not most, people have done at Read More
My Stories
As an author, podcaster, and performer, my life is a series of stories that continue to unfold. Dive into my books, explore insightful articles, read daily musings on my blog, watch engaging videos, and tune into my podcasts. Each format offers a unique slice of my narrative adventure.
