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Glimpses of Sara

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My mom with my son Adam and me on Mother's Day 2012.
My mom with my son Adam and me on Mother’s Day 2012.
12 photos in glasses
A selfie of my mother and I on my last visit.
A selfie of my mother and I on my last visit.
That would be me.... and, yes, I am smiling behind the mask.
That would be me…. and, yes, I am smiling behind the mask.
My mom and I when we visited the butterfly museum last summer.
My mom and I when we visited the butterfly museum last summer.
The fun before the storm... Little Orange Riding Hood and her sister Trish with unruly, not overly photogenic or cooperative football fans in the background. Did these people not feel the raindrops splashing around us? This was the weekend before the Nightmare with Coughin' began...
The fun before the storm… Little Orange Riding Hood and her sister Trish with unruly, not overly photogenic or cooperative football fans in the background. Did these people not feel the raindrops splashing around us? This was the weekend before the Nightmare with Coughin’ began…
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Daughter-in-love and mother-in-love. :)
Daughter-in-love and mother-in-love. :)
Proud mama and her baby boy
Proud mama and her baby boy
Me, this morning, with the trusty float destined to save me from all the denizens of the deep -- and the shallows.
Me, this morning, with the trusty float destined to save me from all the denizens of the deep — and the shallows.
Stars upon thar driver licenses...
Stars upon thar driver licenses…
Spontaneous selifes by way of illustration: The two on the left were done with modern technology, me looking at what would be the mirror image WYWIWYG. The right one, quasi modern, digital smartphone camera but holding it as I would a traditional camera.
Spontaneous selifes by way of illustration: The two on the left were done with modern technology, me looking at what would be the mirror image WYWIWYG. The right one, quasi modern, digital smartphone camera but holding it as I would a traditional camera.
Stainless steel frames with progressive, no-line bifocal lenses that are photochromatic and have a premium oleophobic anti-reflective coating for a mere $136.26 shipped to my mailbox in two weeks or less. Zenni, you should hire me to advertise for you.)
Stainless steel frames with progressive, no-line bifocal lenses that are photochromatic and have a premium oleophobic anti-reflective coating for a mere $136.26 shipped to my mailbox in two weeks or less. Zenni, you should hire me to advertise for you.)
Trish and me 001
Me and my poison ivy--not thrilled with each other even a week after it appeared.
Me and my poison ivy–not thrilled with each other even a week after it appeared.
Loving being with my husband
Loving being with my husband
Adam and I a mere six years ago...
Adam and I a mere six years ago…
(When you're not great at shooting selfies while driving, transform them into sketches.... ) While I did ask my son how I looked before I left for my first day on the job, I didn't think about shooting a photo -- until I reached my first STOP sign. I look more happy than anxious. :)
(When you’re not great at shooting selfies while driving, transform them into sketches…. ) While I did ask my son how I looked before I left for my first day on the job, I didn’t think about shooting a photo — until I reached my first STOP sign. I look more happy than anxious. :)
My dad walked me down the aisle and gave me away, despite my bird's nest hairdo.
My dad walked me down the aisle and gave me away, despite my bird’s nest hairdo.
So it poured rain the day of commencement, which meant it was a bad hair day. But it was a great day with my new, old friends anyway!
So it poured rain the day of commencement, which meant it was a bad hair day. But it was a great day with my new, old friends anyway!
My friend Robena and I took a selfie prior to embarking on the Dash for Diabetes 5K Saturday morning.
My friend Robena and I took a selfie prior to embarking on the Dash for Diabetes 5K Saturday morning.
Actually, I was holding the pitchfork, and I wasn't smiling...
Actually, I was holding the pitchfork, and I wasn’t smiling…
My son after his final performance in "Beauty and the Beast." He played both a beast and a prince perfectly... just like in real life. :)
My son after his final performance in “Beauty and the Beast.” He played both a beast and a prince perfectly… just like in real life. :)
Temporarily pouting, but permanently enlightened!
Temporarily pouting, but permanently enlightened!

Tag: COVID-19

The Students Have Returned! This Is How I Know
COVID-19, humor, life, schools

The Students Have Returned! This Is How I Know

Traffic! COVID’s shutdown of schools lulled me into thinking my commute could be quick and easy. “Normal” traffic patterns are returning with the students. I’m positive. Continue reading The Students Have Returned! This Is How I Know

When the Gym Reopened, I Was First in Line
COVID-19, fitness, gym, health

When the Gym Reopened, I Was First in Line

The gym has reopened after the coronavirus shutdown, and I’ve returned. You aren’t there. I’m sorry not sorry you haven’t returned for the same reason you aren’t back. Continue reading When the Gym Reopened, I Was First in Line

Don’t Undervalue Online Education
edtech, education, teaching

Don’t Undervalue Online Education

Digital technology can enhance teaching and learning — if used properly Watching the news accounts pressing for students to return … Continue reading Don’t Undervalue Online Education

6 Best Things About My Return to Work
COVID-19, life, work life

6 Best Things About My Return to Work

COVID-19 makes the workplace seem more precious There’s no place like home — unless you’re forced to do your day … Continue reading 6 Best Things About My Return to Work

How Do I Report Sexual Harassment During COVID-19?
humor, life, relationships, work life

How Do I Report Sexual Harassment During COVID-19?

It’s just one of the many perils of working from home My husband is retired. COVID-19 has forced me to … Continue reading How Do I Report Sexual Harassment During COVID-19?

I Get to Return to Work Tomorrow
Christianity, COVID-19, Home Office, relationships

I Get to Return to Work Tomorrow

And suddenly office life doesn’t seem as attractive as it did My back is killing me. I’m not comfortable sitting, … Continue reading I Get to Return to Work Tomorrow

Do These Brake Lights Make My Rear Look Big?
character, Christian life, humor, life lessons

Do These Brake Lights Make My Rear Look Big?

And other questions pertaining to the Christian life Nothing is more commanding than brake lights on the vehicle in front … Continue reading Do These Brake Lights Make My Rear Look Big?

COVID-19 Can Bring Out the Best in All of Us
character, life lessons

COVID-19 Can Bring Out the Best in All of Us

In this difficult time, try the Golden Rule. It might provide you the peace you crave. Continue reading COVID-19 Can Bring Out the Best in All of Us

The Coronavirus Is Messing with My Inbox
humor, life, teaching

The Coronavirus Is Messing with My Inbox

The world’s move to online education has driven traffic to a website I created in 2009, resulting in a flood of unwanted emails. Continue reading The Coronavirus Is Messing with My Inbox

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