Tag Archives: Amy Illingworth

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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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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Developing Habits

Posted on January 11, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

What habits have you developed for yourself? Are you working on any habits for the new year?  Back in late October I decided to add in one healthy habit at a time for myself. I started with drinking more water. … Continue reading →

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Reflecting on Women Mentors

Posted on January 9, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

After recently finishing Leading While Female: A Culturally Proficient Response for Gender Equity by Trudy T. Arriaga, Stacie L. Stanley and Delores B. Lindsey, I was reflecting on the amazing women leaders who have served as my teachers, mentors, sponsors, … Continue reading →

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How I Read So Much

Posted on January 6, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

After publishing my list of books I read in 2020 someone asked me how I possibly read so much, while maintaining a full time job that keeps me plenty busy throughout the week. I decided to use that question as … Continue reading →

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Hobbies

Posted on January 4, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

I find that the older I get, the less adults share their hobbies with others. I know that those of you with kids in the house may not have as much time as those of us without kids, but I … Continue reading →

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What I Read in 2020

Posted on January 2, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

Each month I blog about what I’ve read. I do this primarily because I tend to forget the plot of a book about 10 minutes after I’ve finished reading it, and therefore I often forget what I’ve read (and I … Continue reading →

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My Word of 2021

Posted on January 1, 2021 by Amy's Reflections

Six years ago I discovered the free Find Your Word course by Susannah Conway. I love the process of journaling through what 2020 has been for me, and what I wish for in 2021.  This is different from setting new … Continue reading →

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