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There’s something about Grandparents Day that tugs at my heart just a little more each year. Maybe it’s the way a certain scent can take me back in time — the sweet, unmistakable smell of Juicy Fruit gum, or the warm steam rising from a pot of chicken and dumplins simmering on the stove. Maybe […]

There are three things that have nothing in common at first glance: baseball, business, and butterflies. One involves bats and balls, another boardrooms and budgets, and the third… well, fluttery insects that make gardens prettier. But here’s the pitch: they all teach us something vital about life, timing, and transformation. ⚾ Baseball: The Game of […]

Celebrating National Dog Day: Fender’s Journey of Joy and Resilience Happy National Dog Day, everyone! Today is a special day to celebrate our furry friends who bring joy, love, and endless adventures into our lives. In the spirit of this heartwarming occasion, I want to shine a spotlight on a truly remarkable rescue dog who […]

As a retired educator, returning to the classroom after years of shaping young minds can feel like stepping back into a familiar, comforting embrace. But what happens when tragedy strikes, and the halls are filled not with laughter and learning, but with grief and heartache? That was the reality I faced when news reached me […]