Category Archives: Personal Ponderings

Jesus be my Teacher In every way that’s true. May I be a mirror Who’s sole reflection is you. Teach me to have Faith, The conviction of things not seen. May my eyes see the eternal And know it’s not … Continue reading →

We’re all aware of time. We comment on how swiftly it passes or how monotonous it can be. We bemoan the fact that we’re aging, yet we can hardly wait for the new and improved IPad to be “in stores now!” or that … Continue reading →

You recently wrote me a very thought-provoking letter that every teacher should feel honored to receive, yet hesitate to respond to because of the wisdom needed to pen the truth.  I have delayed answering for that very reason. I pray … Continue reading →

There are times when my students become very rambunctious, loud, and completely unfocused. I’ll attempt to ring the bell or raise my voice, but those attempts usually only add to the chaos. Then I must resort to what seems like … Continue reading →

I have an Eeyore complex. This means that when I first wake up in the morning I need to battle the urge to be gloomy. I expect my worries to come true and my fears to haunt me. As I’m … Continue reading →

My two-year old niece has a pacifier which she refers to as her “ra-ra.”  This small, plastic item brings her great comfort when she is tired, upset, or bored. She demands it when she needs it, then sucks on it, carries it … Continue reading →

Last week we discussed the rights declared for us in the Declaration of Independence, particularly the right to life. We then stepped out on the road to discussing what exactly it means to have the right to life, especially the … Continue reading →

You’re too big. Too small. Too young. Too old. Too rich. Too poor. Too dumb. Too smart…How often do you hear why you can’t do what you want to do? Everybody wants to stand up for themselves and live out … Continue reading →