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Words That are Speaking to Me

Ruth Ayres2 Comments

“We all have our own stories. The story you tell about yourself, even if you only tell it to yourself, drives your actions and has a significant impact on your focus.” ― Mani S. Sivasubramanian

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Friday Favorites

Ruth Ayres1 Comment

Send a note. This week I have been intentional about sending notes of thanks and encouragement. It is a sure-fire way to turn the day positive. Sevenly. I love the way I can support a variety of charities and restock my closet. I really like following Sevenly on Instagram. Great photos + awesome quotes. Quote.… Continue reading Friday Favorites

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Connect in Person!

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Whether you are a regular commenter, a Slicer, a blogger, a Twitter-addict (or a friend of someone who is!), if you are near Warsaw, IN on June 19, consider joining us at The Boathouse Restaurant for dinner at 6:30 pm. Here are the details: Sign up on this Google Drive document so I can get… Continue reading Connect in Person!

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Unexpected Energy

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Today I proctored our state test. It is a computer test, so I spent the entire day in the computer lab testing seventh graders. I didn't expect it to be a day to fill my energy tank. But it did. In my position, I get to see kids as they travel from grade to grade.… Continue reading Unexpected Energy

Reflective Practice · Write: It's good for you! · writing · writing workshop

Trusting Myself

Ruth Ayres12 Comments

Expectations of common core, teacher evaluation, and what it means to be literate in the 21st century can sometimes pile up and overwhelm me.  There is so much new information coming at me -- things to consider about text types, what opinion writing looks like with primary students, how to use technology as a tool… Continue reading Trusting Myself

#slice2013: 31 of 31
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#slice2013: 31 of 31

Ruth Ayres155 Comments

WRITE. Each day in March write a slice on your own blog. SHARE. Link your post here (using the SAME username each day) before the comments close. (Comments typically close around 5 am.) GIVE. Comment on at least three other slices. Woo-hoo! You're still blogging on the 31st. It feels good, doesn't it? Even if… Continue reading #slice2013: 31 of 31

#slice2013: 29 of 31
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#slice2013: 29 of 31

Ruth Ayres154 Comments

WRITE. Each day in March write a slice on your own blog. SHARE. Link your post here (using the SAME username each day) before the comments close. (Comments typically close around 5 am.) GIVE. Comment on at least three other slices. Any questions, please contact: Linda Baie – lindab414[at]gmail[dot]com (If you last name begins with A… Continue reading #slice2013: 29 of 31

#slice2013: 28 of 31
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#slice2013: 28 of 31

Ruth Ayres161 Comments

WRITE. Each day in March write a slice on your own blog. SHARE. Link your post here (using the SAME username each day) before the comments close. (Comments typically close around 5 am.) GIVE. Comment on at least three other slices. Any questions, please contact: Linda Baie – lindab414[at]gmail[dot]com (If you last name begins with A… Continue reading #slice2013: 28 of 31

#slice2013: 27 of 31
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#slice2013: 27 of 31

Ruth Ayres158 Comments

WRITE. Each day in March write a slice on your own blog. SHARE. Link your post here (using the SAME username each day) before the comments close. (Comments typically close around 5 am.) GIVE. Comment on at least three other slices. Any questions, please contact: Linda Baie – lindab414[at]gmail[dot]com (If you last name begins with A… Continue reading #slice2013: 27 of 31

#slice2013: 26 of 31
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#slice2013: 26 of 31

Ruth Ayres162 Comments

WRITE. Each day in March write a slice on your own blog. SHARE. Link your post here (using the SAME username each day) before the comments close. (Comments typically close around 5 am.) GIVE. Comment on at least three other slices. Any questions, please contact: Linda Baie – lindab414[at]gmail[dot]com (If you last name begins with A… Continue reading #slice2013: 26 of 31

Lessons from a Chairmaker
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Lessons from a Chairmaker

Ruth Ayres14 Comments

On a whim, Deb and I stopped at a chairmaker. Of all the experiences, this is one that is sticking with me, it is one I will take home and remember over the years. I find this almost laughable. On the surface, there is nothing extraordinary about the chairmaker visit. We drove into a hidden… Continue reading Lessons from a Chairmaker

#slice2013: 25 of 31
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#slice2013: 25 of 31

Ruth Ayres166 Comments

WRITE. Each day in March write a slice on your own blog. SHARE. Link your post here (using the SAME username each day) before the comments close. (Comments typically close around 5 am.) GIVE. Comment on at least three other slices. Any questions, please contact: Linda Baie – lindab414[at]gmail[dot]com (If you last name begins with A… Continue reading #slice2013: 25 of 31