Monthly Archives: April 2010

One Moment: Getting to know my students

We’ve just finished up our Spring semester here at the University of Redlands (we have what’s called May Term starting next monday for 3 and a half crazy weeks). Things have been incredible stressful at the University (some professors are going to be cut), and I was extremely glad to see this semester over. As… Continue Reading

Makers Must: Amy Ellis of Amy’s Creative Side

Do you know Amy? She’s the smart cookie who started Blogger’s Quilt Festival last Spring, and she’s getting ready for the 3rd one, it’ll happen under a month from now (May 21-28) 1. Where are you located globally? We live in the Heber Valley, in Utah. Up in the mountains east of Salt Lake City,… Continue Reading

Joy: Kicking down doors and celebrating with Scoutie Girl

I’m getting some amazing comments on my “Kicking Down Doors” post from yesterday! My story is part of Scoutie Girl Tara’s newest project, a free e-zine filled with “door kicking” stories: You should definitely download it (click on the picture for a link to it), it’s filled with awesome stories. I am a firm believer… Continue Reading

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One Moment: The Bigger Picture

Another rose post, you think? Well, I do need to remind myself as I walk back and forth to my car each morning that there are some benefits to living in Southern California. Although I shan’t dwell on the negatives here, it’s tough paying the mortgage each month on something that is worth 20-25% less… Continue Reading