The Power of Her
On the eve of Mother's Day, I'm taking a risk and opening up the memory vault. Risky because I've built a life far from home and it's hard to emotionally navigate the distance when that vault opens. I left home over twenty »
Living in the Limbic
One of the hottest educational topics is how to deal with "problem behaviour" in the classroom. While I am reluctant to label any child's behaviour as a problem, I am sensitive to the realities of the descriptors used in educational circles. I am committed to reframing »
In the Presence of Greatness
Standing at the back of the room was a stunning black woman with a beautiful warm smile. I did not know who she was when we first started talking but within moments into our conversation, I realized that I was standing in the presence of greatness. This woman's »
The Little Yellow Schoolhouse
The first day I brought my daughter to preschool was tough. Letting her go and watching her three year old brave self walk into that little yellow schoolhouse was the ultimate act of trust. I didn't really know these educators, I mean they seemed nice and the preschool »
One Word?
Each year I’m tasked with claiming my one word for the new year ahead. Not wanting to be too bold or over the top, trying to be grounded and realistic while grasping for inspiration and courage, for five years I've struggled to find the right word. Each »
Ending the ‘Too Busy’ Epidemic
In British Columbia, our educational pace accelerated and intensified to new levels in 2019. »
Dignity in Choice
This short reflection was written through the lens of experiencing MAID (medical assistance in dying) with a dear friend. With tremendous sensitivity I write with caution as all human life is precious to be honoured and protected. Power and control. Two unspoken, honest ambitions of all humans, yet we still »
Bring it!
My mom is insane about her competitive bridge. When she shares her scores with me it is like trying to converse with someone speaking a foreign language. While I try my best to follow her excited descriptors of the gold and red points, I clearly, I lack the cognitive capacity, »
The Pitch
Change is pervasive right now. It surrounds our professional and personal lives as we all surface from the first wave of the pandemic in B.C. and as we actively prepare for what lies ahead. If there ever was a time for stepping outside of your comfort zone it is »
Change without being different?
Change fascinates me. At the systems level I have seen change bring waves of innovation, ideation and introspection, moving school organizations forward in new, exciting directions. At a human level, I have seen change bring fear, uncertainty and difference, all hinging on personal perspective. I have always equated change with »
Into the Weeds
The past ten weeks in some ways feel like a complete blur. This post is surprisingly difficult and surprisingly emotional to write. So, bear with me as I walk into my weeds. »