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Tag Archives: Writing
Inspired by 10 Things to Tell You
Two years ago I discovered the 10 Things to Tell You podcast by host Laura Tremaine. While Laura had been around on other podcasts before, I had never heard of her or her work. This quickly became my FAVORITE podcast … Continue reading
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December 2021 Reading Update
I was still on my medical leave this month, which means I had PLENTY of reading time to make this my best reading month ever! This month I read: This is How it Always is by Laurie Frankel- I heard … Continue reading
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A Month of Writing
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
Developing Habits
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
Hobbies
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
Reflecting on Another Year of Blogging
I tend to reflect on my blogging life twice a year – in July, when the anniversary of when I started this blog arrives, and in December, as all of the end of the year lists and notes come around. … Continue reading
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Tagged Amy Illingworth, blogg, core values, education, leadership, possibility, questions, reflec, teacher leadership, Writing
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6th Blog Birthday
I like to celebrate the birthday of my blog every year (see 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th birthday posts). I started this blog over 2,000 days ago. I take this annual birthday celebration time to reflect on my blogging … Continue reading
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Tagged Amy Illingworth, birthday, blogging, challenge, education, leadership, mindfulness, OLW, possibility, reading, rejuvenate, travel, Writing
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My Blog is 5 Today!
Each year, on July 14 (or later if I forget to hit publish on time!), I take a moment to reflect on my blogging journey. In 2012, after attending my first ISTE conference, I started this blog for my own … Continue reading
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Early Collections
When I was in elementary and middle school, I was a collector. I collected stickers, Strawberry Shortcake dolls, charms (on bracelets and necklaces), and pins (on my oh-so-cool 80’s jean jacket). I collected pigs (stuffed animals, glass figurines, and many … Continue reading
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Tagged Amy Illingworth, books, collections, education, hobbies, journal, passion, Writing, YA
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Why I Write in 2016
Every October 20 is National Day on Writing. I first learned of the day last year through various blogs I follow, which led me to the NCTE page linked above for more information. Last year I wrote about why I … Continue reading
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Tagged Amy Illingworth, communication, education, mentoring, trust, Writing
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