My students have a saying for when you tell someone’s business to a group of people- you’ve “put them on blast.” I’ve wondered recently if people read our blog and get uncomfortable with what we write about. We created la vita vera because we wanted to encourage others to pursue authenticity alongside us. Jon and … Continue reading Ourselves on Blast
Today is the first day of school for DCPS students and teachers. But I do not have students this year. I will not eat lunch with coworkers, decorate a classroom, or grade papers at my own desk. I am no longer, at least for this season, a teacher. In May, after years of prayer (even … Continue reading Today is not my first day of School.
Being a mama has provided another lesson in how we communicate in more than just words.
After 13 months, I wanted to compile a short list of the baby items that have really made #momlife easier. I talked with Jon about these, and he confirmed and added a few of his own. Wipeable changing pad cover. I registered for a few cute cotton covers, but after 3 days I wanted something more … Continue reading Tiny Things: Practical Baby Buys
From the day we brought Jack home from the hospital, I have been reading to him. I hope that he loves reading and is better at it than his mama. I thought I'd make a list of my favorites, Jack's favorites, and some I hope to read soon! In an effort to entertain Jack … Continue reading Raising a Reader
I watched from the side lines. We were dating, and Jon was playing point guard, I believe, for the Carolina (Tar Heels). He ran down the court, scored a layup, and everyone went crazy. The team went up to my grandma’s Sitting Room for a celebratory get together with Coach Roy. I walked up the … Continue reading The Story of Jack
I am writing this post with my future self in mind. Over the next 18 years (and beyond) there will be many days when I worry about my son. I will want Jack to stay close so that I can protect him. I will want to control certain situations so that I can lessen the chance … Continue reading Blog Accountability
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