Author Archives: Amy's Reflections

About Amy's Reflections

Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services in Southern CA, taking time to reflect on leadership and learning

May 2021 Reading Update

Posted on June 1, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

I had another great reading month in May! I intentionally watched less junk TV and read more whenever I could. It helped that I had a long weekend away (my first plane trip in 14 months!) and lots of time … Continue reading →

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Currently 2.0

Posted on May 13, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

I loved this Currently post on one of the healthy living blogs I read regularly. I flagged it as a good idea for me, since I haven’t written a blog post about anything other than books in awhile and I’m … Continue reading →

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April 2021 Reading Update

Posted on May 1, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

This might be the best reading month I’ve ever had in my entire life! Our school district was on spring break for two weeks and I did take a few days off, which definitely helped me add to this month’s … Continue reading →

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March 2021 Reading Update

Posted on April 1, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

I can always tell when I’ve had a stressful month because my reading list is shorter than usual.  March was a rough one for me, and most of the books I finished were read in the last two weeks and/or … Continue reading →

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Calendar of Observances

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

Did you know that March 31 is Cesar Chavez Day? Do you know why we honor Chavez? Do you know who or what is celebrated tomorrow or next month and why? The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has a very detailed calendar … Continue reading →

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February 2021 Reading Update

Posted on March 1, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

This month I read: Boy Meets Boy by David Levithan – This is a cute YA novel that reminded me of the world of Schitt’s Creek, the amazing tv show, created by the talented Dan Levy. In this world, like … Continue reading →

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Sharing My Stuff

Posted on February 12, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

I just finished reading Share Your Stuff. I’ll Go First: 10 Questions to Take Your Friendships to the Next Level by Laura Tremaine. I have been anxiously awaiting this book since I began following the author through her podcast, 10 … Continue reading →

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A Month of Writing

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

Back in the end of December I set a goal for myself to write every day of January. I decided to give myself the following options: journaling, blogging, or working on fiction.  I am proud to say that I met … Continue reading →

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January 2021 Reading Update

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

I rarely have a reading plan at the beginning of the month. I read what interest me, and usually have a nonfiction book, I’m always looking for fun fiction to balance my reading. I didn’t plan on this month being … Continue reading →

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Inauguration Day Reflections

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

This morning I sat in my office watching the Inauguration of our 46th President. There were some incredible moments that brought me to tears of joy and relief. Watching the first woman, who is also the first person of color, … Continue reading →

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