by Dawn | Nov 9, 2016 | Life, politics
This flag has no star. That’s because the star is you. You are the person who’s hard work, toil, and love for this nation completes our flag. That’s what I’d like to say. The truth is this flag remains unfinished because I was arguing....
by Dawn | Sep 7, 2016 | fashion, Frugal Living & Sustainability, self-improvement, simplicity, Teaching
A sad, sad story from my pathetic fashion life… “May I help you?” asked the saleswoman. “Yes. Yes, you can.” I said. “I ate too much recently and gained a pants size, maybe more, and none of my clothes fit. I got new jeans but I...
by Dawn | Jun 11, 2016 | Life, satire, self-improvement, Teaching
IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO GRADUATES ABOUT CAREERS: Worried about graduation, student loans, and hunting down careers in this bad economy? Don’t be! There are tons of amazing careers out there–even if you’re terrible at your job. Not everyone has to get...
by Dawn | May 30, 2016 | Life
The guy had no legs. Just stubs and a sign that said, “Please help.” He sat on a ripped piece of cardboard on the filthy sidewalk, breathing in diesel, staring straight ahead. Every great once in a while someone tossed a small bill. Most walked by. I...
by Dawn | May 27, 2016 | simplicity, writing, Zen
Coffee. Couch. Silence. Glow of the woodstove. “4 AM writing doesn’t get much better than this,” I think. “I am blessed.” I’m sad when the wood stove shuts down for the season. I’m losing an old friend. “Bye,”...
by Dawn | May 17, 2016 | education reform, satire, Teaching
Customer Satisfaction Survey: Rate Your Standardized Test Proctor Here Please answer the following questions about your standardized test proctor In order to give you the best experience possible throughout your two weeks of standardized testing, we ask that you take...
