A guy walks into a bar… he is handsome, middle age, seemingly bright and well respected with an engaging smile. He compliments everyone around him. He liked my dress and told me I seemed like a smart lady when we were in conversation. He asked what I did and why I do it. A lovely… Read More A Guy Walks into a Bar
I received a text from an administrator part of the text said, “… I don’t know all the answers and don’t pretend to know… that’s just me….everyday. As you lead Kelly- you model this as well and that helps to prod our team in the right direction…” I thought about the number of times in… Read More I Gave Up Nodding
I felt tired today. A bone weary, drag my feet, cannot think of one more thing kind of tired. I have considered that my age may be playing a factor. As I dragged my wagon filled with stuff from a thing back to my car and I walked and talked with a colleague, she offered… Read More Get Out of Your Own Way
We are two white women of privilege and settlers to this land. We are taking on the work of truth and reconciliation because we believe that it is time to decolonize our thoughts and actions. In conversation with of Colinda Clyne, an Anishinaabe Algonquin (Kitigan Zibi) guest to Mississauga territory, we are again telling a… Read More The Journey from Head to Heart
Who signs up, stands up and antes up to fail? For most people who live in education, it’s the everyday risk of learning that matters. There is an epic chance that failure will be a part of the work day. The everyday moments in education are the juiciest. We pay close attention to all of… Read More The Beast Comes Alive
My mother is the single finest human I have ever encountered. For anyone who has met my mother, “Granny,” they know how I can make such a statement. She was present and beside me for everything awesome and everything awful. She is my human. She is the explanation as to why I risk, push, and… Read More The World Needs More Cheerleaders
The Beast 