I enjoy reflecting on what in my professional and personal life has made me happy recently.
- Saturday writing friend dates: I am in the middle of data analysis and writing my final two chapters for my doctoral dissertation. One of my friends is writing her first book (which I can’t wait to read!). We make friend dates to meet up on Saturdays for writing motivation and support. We spent one day in the Central Library downtown – I love that space!- and another few Saturdays in a coffee shop. I love knowing that I’m not alone in my writing world. We find the right balance of quiet work and randomly interrupting each other throughout our writing sessions.
- Professional Development & Coaching: Facilitating professional development and coaching conversations are two of my favorite responsibilities. Over the last two weeks, I’ve had a number of opportunities to do both and each experience made me so happy. I am constantly reminded of what I love about my work and how much I enjoy working with adult learners in these situations.
What are you loving lately?
What supports you in your leading and learning?
Reflections on Leadership and Learning 
I am just starting on my doctoral journey and I love the idea of your Saturday writing dates.
I too, am responsible for professional development and it’s one of my favorite things about my job. I love seeing a teacher gets excited about new possibilities for his/her students. One of the reasons I am working for a doctorate, to have more opportunities with teaching the teachers! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Thank you for reading and sharing Shannon! Good luck on your journey! Enjoy the learning and block out lots of time for writing!
A writing date! That’s brilliant. I often want to work alone but getting together with the right person could be very productive. Thanks for the idea.
It is very motivating!
Writing dates rock!