‘I CAN DO small things in a GREAT WAY’
Each year on M.L.K. weekend, I reflect on how Martin Luther King positively impacted our world for peace and how I can become more impactful in my classroom of life as well!’ Here are 7 facts ‘little-known facts’ concerning the life and legacy of M.L.K. Jr. ‘I have a dream’ speech was improvised. His birth name […]
Christmas Past & Present
Christmas Past: Reflecting on the Christmas season growing up with four older brothers, two parents who wanted ‘our chores’ done yesterday 😂 , used our manners wherever we ventured off to (i.e. friend’s houses, special events, or over various cousin’s houses) as well as help out with Christmas 🎄 Eve preparation for at least 100-120 […]
Christmas Eve & Toys For Tots
Reflecting on Christmas growing up with four older brothers, two parents who wanted ‘our chores’ done yesterday 😂 , used our manners wherever we ventured off to (i.e. friend’s houses, special events, or over various cousin’s houses) as well as help out with Christmas 🎄 Eve preparation for at least 100-120 individuals coming/going throughout each […]
Bruno
Are you a dog lover? 15 years ago, I inherited this furry friend with a bit of reluctance. Pitbulls as you probably are well aware carry the stigma of not being a ‘friendly breed’ that cannot be trusted. What’s your perspective on pit bulls? In August 2021, I overheard an argument between Celia and my […]
The Lessons from Basketball
#happy #finalfour #marchmadness #fun #wellness #family #friends Growing up in Pittsford, New York I was one of the best experiences a child could ask for… My parents were far from perfect but they provided a loving home where I played basketball from kinder to high school … This wonderful sport kept my interest in […]
Generations
My 87-year-old mother, Celia, suffers from Vascular Dementia. Up to 20% of dementia cases have a vascular cause. According to research, 13.9 percent of Americans age 71 and older have some dementia. Vascular Dementia accounts for 2.4 percent. From one generation to the next… Celia and Hayes, her great-grandson… She has vascular dementia. When she […]
Coping with Dementia
My 87-year-old mother, Celia suffers from Vascular Dementia. Up to 20% of dementia cases have a vascular cause. According to research, 13.9 percent of Americans age 71 and older have some type of dementia. Vascular Dementia accounts for 2.4 percent. With that said, Celia hasn’t been eating much as of late as a result of […]
Underdogs: ‘Play with your hair on fire 🔥!’
Ryan Day is grateful for the Buckeyes’ second chance to enter the CFP semifinal against Georgia… Motivation for ‘The Dawgs’… “If we’re going to win this game, we’ve got to play every single play like our hair’s on fire,” Day said. “We’ve got to play physical; we’ve got to play tough; we’ve got to play […]
Preparation Meets Opportunities!
One of my greatest fears growing up was speaking in front of my peers… Third Grade: When I was in third grade at St. Louis School in Pittsford, N.Y, I talked during a group Language Arts presentation by Mrs. Nathan, my teacher. After I didn’t adhere to her first two warnings, she threatened to call […]
The Game: A Second Chance 🏈
Have you ever received a second opportunity to achieve something in your personal or professional life? College football fans understand that ‘The Game’ refers to Ohio St. vs. Michigan. This historic matchup takes place every year in late November. This year, the teams were in a ‘nail-biter’ through three quarters. Unfortunately for Buckeye fans, Michigan […]