Through the Window of Winter the Rabbit: A Book Review

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a time of confusion, uncertainty, disappointment, and frustration for many people.  Most would agree that their lives have been negatively impacted in some way since the world was introduced to coronavirus.  People have suffered isolation, worry, job loss, financial strain, and illness during these times.  It would probably be a
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Four Places I Want to Visit in Alabama

I’ve lived in Alabama for each of the forty-something years of my life. Even though I live in the central part of the state and have traveled to cities and towns in the northern, southern, eastern, and western parts of the Yellowhammer State, I’ve somehow missed visiting these places:  Lookout Mountain I’m almost embarrassed to

Podcast Episode 13: Interview with Julie Emory-Johnson and Lisa Lawrenz of Inside Voices

Today, on the podcast, I will be chatting with Julie Emory-Johnson and Lisa Lawrenz. Julie and Lisa have partnered to launch Inside Voices, a Birmingham (Alabama)-based educational consulting company. They want to bring joy back to the workplace for teachers by providing them with opportunities for autonomy and professional engagement. Inside Voices offically launches on
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Celebrating the Holidays in the Midst of a Pandemic

It’s no secret to anyone that the holidays are going to look a little different this year. With the coronavirus pandemic still very much a looming threat in our culture, many of us are changing our holiday plans or are abandoning them completely. If you’re like me, it’s hard to imagine a holiday passing by
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About Influence

When you think of someone who is influential, who comes to mind?  Is it the President?  The CEO of a major company?  The pastor of your church?  Oprah?  What characteristics does one possess in order to be described with the adjective influential? Well, I think an influential person is one who has a vision.  Everything
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The Lip Bar Fast Face Kit Review

Most girls dream of the day that they can begin wearing makeup.  I was no different.  I can remember watching in awe as my mom applied her makeup in the mornings.  My mom was beautiful, and after she applied her makeup, her beauty was magnified by 100, in my opinion.  I can remember my little
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Lessons Learned During Quarantine

March 13, 2020 is the date that I associate with the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. I know that it had been brewing months prior, but it wasn’t until that date that I can say it began to affect me personally. On March 13, my kids and I were in Orlando, Florida to spend a
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Remembering My Dad

I lost my dad in November of 2019. In fact, it was exactly one year ago today that I found out that he passed away. I was away at a conference for the weekend.  I still remember the disbelief that overtook me when I heard the news. I still remember the sudden burst of energy
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Expressing Thankfulness During Difficult Times

It’s November.  So, it wouldn’t be right for me to let this month go by without creating a list of things I am thankful for, right?  I thought so.   Recently, I stumbled across a fantastic podcast called The Upside, which I listen to almost every day.  What attracted me to this podcast was that the
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About Disappointment

Disappointment. Dismay. Despondency. Displeasure. Whatever you call it, the meaning is similar. All of these things result from one’s expectations or hopes not being fulfilled. All of these things leave the victim (for lack of a better word) feeling sad, angry, anxious, and discontent.  Here are my thoughts on disappointment:  It’s inevitable. No big secret,
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The Soundtrack of My Life: Songs Currently on My Playlist

Music is such a huge part of my life.  I don’t sing (very well), and I don’t play an instrument (again, not very well), but I love listening to music.  My husband and I are very different when it comes to music.  He is very much a track guy.  He gets really caught up in
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Making Good Use of Your Time: 3 Simple Tips

Time flies. Time waits for no man. Time is on my side. Time proves everything. Time after time. What exactly is time? How can you have so much of it, yet not enough of it simultaneously?  How does it move so quickly sometimes yet so slowly at others? When is it your time and when
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5 Pandemic-Proof Date Night Ideas

The COVID-19 pandemic has turned our worlds upside down and inside out.  Several couples are stressed due to work, school closures, personal health, caring for family members, etc. It is important that in the midst of all of the chaos, couples take time for each other to refocus, relax, and rekindle their love for each
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Five Reasons Exercise is Important

One of the most common pieces of advice for anyone looking to lose weight or improve their health is to exercise more. Apart from weight loss and improving cardiovascular fitness, exercise has a plethora of benefits. However, it’s so easy to find excuses for not working out when you are busy with work and life.
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Podcast Episode 11

Many teachers have been thrust into online teaching this year and are still feeling like a fish out of water. In this episode, Cherith shares some strategies for effective online teaching. Listen to the full episode here. In one of the tips that she shares, Cherith makes reference to using the voice feature in Google

10 Things I Know for Sure

I have been in a classroom since I was four years old.   Literally.  I’m an educator by profession so I’m in a classroom more than I’m at home.  I’ve learned so much in those classrooms over the years.  However, I must say that a great deal of my learning has occurred while living in this
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How to Chase Your Dreams: A Four-Step Guide

Do you ever dream so big that you scare yourself into believing that you can’t possibly achieve what you’ve dreamt? What is it that’s standing in your way? A famous Henry Ford quote says, “Whether you think you can or you think you can’t–you’re right.”  This is a powerful quote that certainly applies to chasing

Tips for Traveling Safely During a Pandemic

Hasn’t 2020 been a year of unpleasant surprises? First, the world was exposed to a pandemic. Then, everyone was restricted to their homes, which affected almost everyone’s work and plans. Now, we are trying to get back to “normal”, but it is proving to be quite difficult considering the circumstances.   Many people still believe that
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Podcast Episode 10: More Encouragement for Teachers

Here are the transcripts for episode 10 of the WhatCherithinks Podcast: Welcome back to the WhatCherithinks Podcast.  The podcast where we talk all things education.  I am your host, Cherith Fluker.  If you are new to the podcast, welcome.  If you are returning to the podcast, welcome back.  This is episode 10 and I am

10 Cooking Essentials

Out of necessity during the COVID-19 induced quarantine, I rediscovered my love for cooking.  I’ve spent lots of time in the kitchen over the past four months and have found that there are certain items in my kitchen that I simply don’t know what I’d do without.  I wanted to share my list of 10
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