Happy Earth Day, readers! This year's theme, according to the Earth Day website, is Planet vs. Plastics. "Live simply so that others may simply live." I had first heard that expression back in college. I'm pretty sure it was a women's study class. Those words changed the way I thought about our connection to the … Continue reading It’s Earth Day
National Day
World Poetry Day
Today is World Poetry Day! The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) established this day back in 1999. To start things off right, here's a lovely quote about poetry from a well-admired poet: Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words. Robert Frost I don't claim … Continue reading World Poetry Day
It’s Leap Day!
🐸 Happy Leap Day, readers! 🗓️ Yes, it's that time again. There are so many interesting details and beliefs about today! Take a look at these: You can also find some more fun information here: https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/national-leap-day-february-29 Earlier this month, my students and I celebrated the 100th day of school and Valentine's Day, so I'm not … Continue reading It’s Leap Day!
My Fur Babies
Here in the U.S., it's National Pet Day! 🐾 Am I the only one who feeds her dogs canned dog food mixed with dry dog food (with a dog biscuit for dessert, of course 🍖) on days like this, as well as on other special occasions such as Christmas, as an extra special treat? I'd … Continue reading My Fur Babies
Moxie and Mishaps 