afternoon in the garden and news

My little blog has gone by the way side a little, as I am trying to keep up with everything else I am doing. Life is full and I like it that way, and then again I look forward to our summer break to breathe a little more fully and sit down a little longer and feel more relaxed.

I recently had to dig deep to search for and discover what it is that is important to me. As I was involved in a whirlwind of emotions, concerns, and upset I learned so much about myself and the path I want to walk in this life time.

I realized that I needed to come clear on my principles. How do I want to be treated? How do I want to treat others, personally and professionally? As a teacher how can I best serve children and families? What kind of an environment do I want and can I create for myself and children?

While I feel very grateful for the learning, inspiration, and joy the school has provided me with I have decided to move on. As a teacher there is so much trust and open heartedness needed and involved. I want for myself and the children I raise and teach a space where open communication is possible, where we can all strive to do our best, and feel safe to make mistakes, where families can collaborate, and be a part of discussions. I see the need for a place where people can agree and disagree.

Therefore, Barbara, my amazing mentor teacher, Theodore, and I are starting our own wisdom based school this fall. The Children's school is what we call it for now. The project is sponsored by Young Spirit Foundation.

I am excited about this new endeavor and look forward to sharing more as we go along here.

Last weekend we made some time to work in the garden. It was a wonderful afternoon, refreshing and rejuvenating to dig in the dirt. ;)