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Time Away

Stacey Shubitz

My daughter, Isabelle, was obsessed with turning five-and-a-half. I couldn’t imagine what the big deal was about her half-birthday. Finally, I asked her why she was excited. Her response:

Because I start Kindergarten the month after I turn 5 1/2!

The start of Kindergarten has been one of two sources of excitement bubbling up in our home for the past few months. Isabelle, my husband, and I are looking forward to welcoming a new member of our family into this world later this month. As a result, today feels like an appropriate time to temporarily sign-off from Two Writing Teachers.

I’ve chosen to take a four-month maternity leave from blogging, consulting, and writing because 2017 promises to be a busy year. In addition to expanding my family, Lynne Dorfman and I will begin writing a new book for Stenhouse Publishers once the new year rolls around. The working title is WELCOME TO WRITING WORKSHOP. It will be available in late 2018/early 2019.

While I will miss this online community, I need to take a blogging break so I can devote myself fully to my family. In my absence, Dana Murphy will field all general TWT-related questions. I want to thank all of my brilliant colleagues, Anna, Beth, Betsy, Dana, Deb, Kathleen, Lisa, and Melanie, since they will be picking up my slack while I’m away. They’ve already planned the November Blog Series, a Throwback Week in December, and our annual One Little Word (OLW) Week in January.

See you back here on TWT in mid-January!

 

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Published by Stacey Shubitz

Stacey Shubitz is a K-6 literacy consultant and former elementary teacher. She is the author of CRAFT MOVES and other professional books on writing workshop. Her forthcoming book, MAKE THE SCHOOL SYSTEM WORK FOR YOUR CHILD WITH DISABILITIES (Guilford Press, 2026), empowers parents to navigate the special education system.

49 thoughts on “Time Away”

      1. Just think about all the new stories you will have to blog about later. I always say without my kids and my job, I would not have a thing to write about!! Best wishes – enjoy every second!!!

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  9. Aw, congratulations, Stacey! I think you are so wise to take a break and devote time to your family. Nothing is more important. I hope you will occasionally keep us updated. Enjoy your family time. We will miss you here.

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  10. Take all the time you need to take it all in and really experience this new baby, while still taking care of a very lively young lady. Having two kids is rough at first, but an absolute joy down the road. Thank you for all your efforts for those of us who slice, and for all that you contribute to TWT. We know that you’ll be back and that your colleagues will more than rise to the occasion. Best wishes and congratulations.

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  13. Enjoy your time away, Stacey. I’m so glad that you’re signing off temporarily to enjoy time with your growing family. That time is so precious and so fleeting. We’ll look forward to seeing you back in January and in the meantime will stay tuned for the joyous announcement!!

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  20. Smart decision. Your writing voice will be missed here BUT so excited for you to hear your new member’s voice and have time for quality family time together. I wish you all the best!! Thanks for all you’ve done for me through providing this blogging community. It truly is transformative!!

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  21. I’m glad you are taking this break. I was afraid you were going to try to do it all. You are Super Woman, but there are times when it’s necessary to take a break. This is certainly one of those times. Enjoy that new baby boy. I do hope you will be sharing pics on FB.

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  24. So happy to hear your wonderful news. Nothing like a new little one in the family. Children are a gift from the Lord. Enjoy every minute. Many blessings to you and your family, Stacey! D 🙂

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