A few years ago, a friend and I made a trip to Chicago for a conference. As recent college graduates with limited finances, it had been a major undertaking to even make the trip to Chicago and pay the conference fees. Even so, we still wanted to enjoy the city of Chicago while we were there on our limited budget…. View Post
A sore throat can be a maddening experience, at least for me. As soon as I feel a tickle in my throat, I’m popping sore throat drops and vitamin C tablets like candy, and I drink so much green tea that I only drink green tea when I’m not feeling well. Over the last year, I have concocted the best… View Post
Disney World may be the Happiest Place on Earth but not if your feet are aching. Growing up in Florida, I made numerous childhood trips to Disney World and can traverse Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios (MGM) and Animal Kingdom without a map. As I’ve gotten older, a couple of days at Disney World take a toll on my feet…. View Post
Have you ever read a book and felt like it was your life story? Stories have the power to teach valuable life lessons without a lecture. I love using stories in the classroom or in therapy to teach kids coping skills when life seems to get out of control. As I browse my local library or book story, I search… View Post