Even through a screen, we need to be available for our students — There are currently eight different groups of students I interact with every week. For most, I have never taught them face to face, but our interactions are limited to our zoom sessions where I spend 45 minutes teaching them a single subject as a supplement to their main teacher’s instruction. …

as the absence of consequences speaks volumes — Our nation’s capitol came under attack this week. The invading group had weapons, used force to break in, and stole objects from our capitol. …

reflections on a year that took us all by surprise Usually, as a year draws to a close, I look back on what we did that year, and go through my memento jar. In a normal year, that jar holds tickets, baby shower invitations, wedding invitations etc. This year, my…

and what that means for your family and loved ones Despite many barriers to insurance and getting healthcare, most of the time, we expect there to be a spot for us or our loved ones at a hospital if we need it. For everything from sickness, broken bones, car accidents…

and why it felt different this election — This year has not been an easy one. It seems like every day there was something new to get discouraged about, and we have spent way more time indoors, away from others, worrying about our country, the virus, social justice and everything we watch on the news each night. We needed a win. This…

And why it isn’t about politics this time — I think it is indisputable that 2020 is a different year than normal. Between an impeachment, the pandemic, and the protests, this year is clearly one for the history books. So it makes sense that this year’s election would be different than the norm too. Growing up, I remember hearing the debates during family gatherings on Republican versus Democrat viewpoints on various topics. These debates…

Observations and tips for this crazy year ahead — We didn’t sign up for this. Our teaching programs didn’t have lessons on how to teach remotely during a pandemic. Also, they definitely didn’t include lessons on how to make it fun, memorable and educational for all. Teaching isn’t a glamorous job, and it has a hefty load of parts…

Jacob Blake’s restraint might be the 8th bullet that kills him — Jacob Blake should never have been shot. Period. But unlike so many other victims, he lived. He made it to a hospital, and though he is paralyzed, his kids haven’t lost their dad. Yet. But we learned today that the police department weren’t done yet. …

When your memory starts to fail, it can be hard to discern between illness, aging and stress. But that distinction can feel pretty important. — Ever feel like you are losing it? Like you are losing part of your innate ability to do all of the things that you could do before with ease? That’s where I am at these days… but it wasn’t always that way. At the college I attended, there was a…