Category Archives: educational

Favorite #127: Compost Bin Made with Love

                Another Surprise Last week I blogged about my son-in-law, Brian Saine, surprising me with a wooden bench he made in memory of my husband, Michael. Knowing Michael loved all things Chevrolet, Brian used a Chevrolet tailgate for the back of the bench. … Continue reading

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Favorite #125: Boy Scout Adventures

Trip to Patriots Point My nephew, Thomas McCullough has been a Boy Scout since he was seven years old. Now in 7th grade, he recently shared info about a trip his Scout Troop #173 took in December.The destination was Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum-Charleston Harbor, … Continue reading

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Favorite #119: Author Event at the Mint

            Authors, Books and Fun What a wonderful event for authors and their adoring fans during the second annual holiday author event at the Charlotte Mint Museum Uptown on December 4. Sponsored by the Charlotte Observer, there were approximately 25 authors in attendance, sharing knowledge and experiences … Continue reading

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Favorite #113: Coach McCullough

Always Thinking of Others Michael McCullough, the love of my life and my best friend passed away Monday Sept. 15th from a massive heart attack, leaving a big whole in my heart as well as the community. A lover of … Continue reading

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Favorite #111: Music Teachers

     A Love for Music September means not only the end of summer for many, but the beginning of an exciting new school year. As a retired music teacher, even though I may not be standing at the door on the first day of school, … Continue reading

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Favorite #110: Summer Camp

Having Fun While Learning Traditionally, summer camp is a time to learn a new skill in a safe and structured environment. The variety of activities offered is as varied as the imagination, including camping, hiking, swimming, crafts and organized sports. Elementary and … Continue reading

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Favorite #109: Writing Workshops

             Freelance Writer: Jodi Helmer Where do writers go when they want to refuel or learn something new to improve their craft? Well, possibly college, a class online, a conference or maybe a workshop. This summer I took a workshop with freelance writer, … Continue reading

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Favorite #108: Teachers

         Making a Difference Teachers touch the future and generally go into the profession because they want to make a difference. As a retired music teacher, I understand the pressures they face, even more so now than when I retired eight years ago. Testing, … Continue reading

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Favorite #107: Childhood Play

Creative and Fun Years ago as a kindergarten teacher, I wanted to make learning fun for my students, discovering rather quickly one way was through games and play. Now years later as a grandmother of three grandkids under the age of four, it’s fun to see them grow … Continue reading

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Favorite #106: Kids Recycling

What a Great Example I love to recycle and try to encourage everyone I know to do the same, but even I was amazed recently to discover the passion six-year-old Jared Morris has for recycling. Jared’s mom, Stasea Morris and I became friends … Continue reading

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