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Have you ever thought about attending a conference but wondered if it would be worth the time and money? The truth is, attending a conference can benefit you in ways you might not expect. When I’ve attended writers’ conferences, … Continued
How well do you know your heroes? Last year was the summer I stalked Mark Twain. It started by chance, with me browsing at the library. I spotted the audiobook, Mark Twain: A Life by Ron Powers, and … Continued
In education, few issues are as hotly debated as homework. I have to chuckle at the viral posts about the “revolutionary new” homework policy of only sending home what isn’t completed at school — no busy work! That’s been our … Continued
Recently, I got a big life lesson about the intelligences and what it feels like to smack up against failure. Our car was totaled a few days before Christmas, and I walked across the street from the body shop and … Continued