ELI FOOTE
1747-1792
Dickinson Cemetary~Winton, North Carolina
Hertford County Historical Cemetary

So hello friends...Remember the other night in class when we were looking through Hertford county historical books? If you may recall, Carol and I discovered that Eli Foote...the grandsire (AKA, grandfather of Harriet Beecher Stowe) is buried in the Dickinson Cemetary in Winton. This cemetary is directly across the street from my house. I have often heard my husband talk of the history of the cemetary and that a historical figure was buried there. However, he did not know who. How excited was I to inform him of my discovery. Remember that Harriet Beecher Stowe was the author of "Uncle Tom's Cabin". I am sure we have all been required to read that book at some point in time.
Anyway...I just thought that it was kinda neat! Thanks Dr. Long for the insight. Probably would not have known if you had not passed aroung the books.

Enjoy the moment!

Time

As summer quickly approaches, I have realized a few very substantial things recently. Take time to enjoy lifes precious moments. As my son, Martin graduated from high school Friday night, I made sure that I savored every second of the night. If you remember, Friday night was absolutely beautiful...Gods plan I know. It's kinda surreal for me. I guess I don't want to believe that Martin is on the way to a new chapter in his life. But, I know that I have given him all that I have and he has the foundation to move mountains if he desires to do so.
I have so many changes going on right now. As you know, my potential Pre-K job loss. Oh, how I am going to miss that as well.
Friends, just enjoy life and never take the time we are given for granted. It flies by and of course, nothing is forever. Reminds me of the poem that Dr. Long shared with us:

Nothing Gold Can Stay

Nature's first green is gold,
Her hardest hue to hold.
Her early leaf's a flower;
But only so an hour.
Then leaf subsides to leaf,
So Eden sank to grief,
So dawn goes down to day
Nothing gold can stay.

Robert Frost

Reflections at the end of the 2010-2011 school year

As the end of the school year quickly approaches, I am quite sad with the prospect of not knowing my place in education. With the recent budget proposals, and the potential for not having a teaching position in Pre-k, I must say, I feel out of sorts. As this could be a concern for all teachers (loss of jobs), the way that I am dealing with the unknown is: Trusting that God is closing one door and opening another. I have no idea where I will be in August, but nothing is ever CERTAIN, right? I must say that deep down I am slightly excited that a change is in store. Change means growth! Please e-mail your senators and let your voice be heard! Let's save education!

Chapter 1 ~ Daniels and Bizar

I would love to teach at a school like Waters School. Not only do they use best practices consistently, but the parent participation and the experiences are phenomenal. The students are so engaged and involved. I am sure that this requires a great deal of planning and organization. In addition,collaberation with other teachers since the experiences are integrated across the subject areas. I also like the determination and patience that the teachers, parents and students have since nature does not always provide the best conditions for being outside. But, they continue on despite the conditions. I also love the journaling reflections. What an awesome way to assess.

Just a test!

Hello Friends!