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Today’s TEACHERble Moment
Today’s lesson is simple: Do one thing that makes you happy. Not tomorrow. Not when the schedule clears. Today. As a teacher, I’m great at grading papers, meeting deadlines, and pouring into everyone else; however, sometimes I forget to give myself extra credit. Consider this your gentle reminder written on the board in permanent marker:… Continue reading
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A TEACHERble Moment on the Future
What are you most worried about for the future? A heavy weight Resides within my chest, Worrying about the future And what lies next. The world’s great cracks Stretch deeper each day Accompanied by chaos,Loss,And disarray. Leaders are arrogant And parade with pride,With actions and words Widening the divide. Families are shattered With trust betrayedWhile… Continue reading
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A TEACHERble Moment on a Great Teacher
What makes a teacher great? Class is now in session. And today’s valuable lesson, Is a TEACHERble Moment,On all the components Of a great teacher. So take out your paper and pen,As I begin,To answer this questionUsing textual evidence. Good teachers will teach,Great teachers will teach and learn as well,For there are times when even… Continue reading
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A TEACHERble Moment on Cholecystectomy
Have you ever had surgery? What for? One bottle of water was sufficient to leave me feeling full, while a single bite of food plunged me into misery. Daily, I suffered bloating and severe pain, resulting in months of sleepless nights. In desperation, I would induce vomiting to rid myself of the food in my… Continue reading
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A TEACHERble Moment on Daily Habits
What are your daily habits? With each breath I take, I chase the best within meAnd face tomorrow. Continue reading