Monthly Archives: May 2012

Reflecting on My Goals

Posted on May 24, 2012 by

In March, I completed my first 100 blog posts. As a way to acknowledge this, I wrote a series of blog posts focusing on ten new learnings or inspirations I had through my blogging journey thus far. 10 posts. 10 … Continue reading →

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Focusing on the Positive

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

One of my greatest strengths, I’ve been told, is my ability to focus on the positive instead of dwelling on the negative. I see challenges as opportunities to grow and learn.  To get better. To improve. To demonstrate my strength … Continue reading →

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To Lead is to Live Dangerously

Posted on May 20, 2012 by

About 1 week ago, I began reading, Leadership on the Line: Staying Alive through the Dangers of Leading, by Heifetz and Linsky.  It was a recommendation that I think will be very beneficial and will help me as I continue … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day Reflection

Posted on May 13, 2012 by

I have celebrated eight Mother’s Days (if you count the one when I was pregnant with my daughter who is now 7-years-old).  I am very fortunate to have 3 wonderful children: Trista (7), Pauli (4), and Carson (1).  I am … Continue reading →

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Inspirational Speaker

Posted on May 13, 2012 by

Last week, we had our annual Administrator’s convention for our district.  It is always a great time to get together, network and connect with one another.  This has been especially important this year because it has been, in many ways, … Continue reading →

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