Tag: education

When Bear-Fox Came to School

It was Tuesday, March 26, 2024—just an ordinary day. Tuesdays this semester, consisted of rising early enough to plan a music lesson, dress and feed myself, and pack the books and lunch I’d need for the day all in time to leave by seven-thirty.… Continue Reading “When Bear-Fox Came to School”

An Anne Letter

Why an Anne letter? There are several reasons. First, it has occurred to me that when I meet people who read my blog, they really have no idea what my life consists of, which is okay; but when one writes for The Public, there… Continue Reading “An Anne Letter”

Obviously

I took my first bow today, my stage the worn, deep rose carpet of First United Church in Waterloo. I bowed three times, once with my fellow soloist and twice with the rest of the Laurier Singers. It felt utterly strange and a little… Continue Reading “Obviously”

What Teaching Has Taught Me about Myself

As long as I taught, I had a reputable career, one people knew how to talk to me about and lauded me for doing. “We need good teachers.” “You’re having such an impact on those young lives.” All of this feedback brings me to the first thing teaching taught me about myself.

7 Things I Hold True

It’s been a little silent here. I wonder if you noticed. Life came thick and fast. I had words, but they all intertwined into a formless mound of spaghetti. I’ve found myself anchoring my prayers not in praise but in confessions. I find myself… Continue Reading “7 Things I Hold True”