Happiness is a direction, not a place. ~Sydney J. Harris When I ask parents what they want for their child, happiness is usually on the list. Their child’s needs may be many or few, but every parent hopes their child will find happiness in spite of their needs. When parents say this, I listen carefully […]
A wise man’s solution
One of the greatest gifts Wright School gave me is a unit coordinator who told me stories. I stop in from time to time to hear a new one. On my recent visit, Pete didn’t disappoint and had a new story waiting. It’s about a tired man who has walked around barefooted for many years. […]
The Lion’s Paw
I always wonder why some books resonate so much with a child and others don’t. And as I look back into my childhood at the books that shaped me, I wonder what made them so important in MY life. One such book is The Lion’s Paw, by Robb White. My fourth grade teacher read this […]