One of the reasons I became a reading teacher is really pretty simple, literate adults have a world of possibilities in front of them. The opposite is true for those who are illiterate. If you’ve read my blog post on Global Literacy has started their Accio Books campaign. While the campaign includes a cool competition …read more!

I realize it’s been a full month since I last blogged, and I’m sorry to say that this blog isn’t going to be about Harry Potter but I need to get the word out about an event I am participating in. March 14-15 is an event called the 24 Hour Cancer Dance-a-thon (the link opens …read more!

Harry Potter lives a life of public service. Even as a young boy he was willing to work with his friends to help the community. While Harry is a fictional character, even our non-fiction wizards and muggles can learn a little from Harry’s dedication for public service. Recently, as interest in public service rises, I’ve …read more!

Okay okay, quit your snickering that’s not what I mean but I figured it would get your attention. The six inches I’m referring to is the six inches of hair that was bundled than cut from mine today and will be sent to an organization called “Locks of Love.” This seems to be a small …read more!

Not too long ago, I came out to my mother. I think when we take on something like that, something that seems so enormously significant, it never really plays out exactly as we’d imagine. Maybe it’s just me, because I do lead an active fantasy life, always dreaming about what could or might happen, but …read more!

When the road you walk is rough going and it seems like everything is ganging up on you, why do we set our crafts aside and stare at them unfocused? I know I do it. I’ve recently done it. Having received some rather sad news last month, I really have not touched my crafts since …read more!