I am a freelance writer, community activist and volunteer. A former social worker and child and family counselor with over 15 years of experience in mental and behavioral health. I am also a crochet fanatic and love walking and yoga.
So there are two things that I have learned in the past two months. Probably more really, but two that stick out. My son’s generation, I think not just my son, prefer texts as a form of communication and I do not. So calling him is like beating my head against a brick wall. I … More Interesting topic, communication with a college age child.
Sophie has done a beautiful job her first year on the KAHS Varsity Cross Country Team. PR of 21.58 for the 5K, way to go Soph! Visited Sam this weekend for Family and Friends weekend and he and the Hampshire Men’s Cross Country Team took 2nd place in the Yankee Small College Conference, the best … More Ok it’s been a challenging Fall so far in some ways but there have been some amazing times.
It’s the end of September and so much has happened in just a month that it feels like years have passed. Sophie is settling into High School and crushing it, continuing to do great on the Cross Country team. Sam is making his way and making friends at school, digging deep in studies and also … More Amazing photo by Tara Morrison, love her work as always.
Sophie’s first race for the Kutztown Area High School Varsity Cross Country Team. Seriously, look at those gunboats! Girl is ripped and she can run, even in excruciating heat!
First ever 8K, 37 minutes flat, 7.25 minute miles. “It’s a good foundation”, said the Hampshire coach. Way to go Sam!
Our boy is off, he’s flown the nest and is settling into a new one. So proud and happy!
She just arrived, then she grew up so quickly. We were talking this morning and then “Bye Mom, I don’t want to be late for High School Orientation.” A little crack appears in my heart, but my heart is also full to bursting.
Their accomplishments are only part of that. They are loving people. In a time when hate runs rampant. They are true to themselves and others, in a time when lies are pervasive. I pray every day they can hold their ground, I believe they can, and I will stand with them to do so. … More As a parent I am so proud of my children’s accomplishments, but I am more proud of who they are. #Kindness is Everything
5 hours a day, 5 days in a row, for 2 weeks. Thank you to Nathan Bland, Ballet Master and Resident Choreographer and Kelly Barber, Artistic Director. Special thanks to guest Choreographers Jennie Begley and Jillian Davis. Strong and beautiful job Sophia, way to go !
