For a lighter look at Ice… Today’s song comes courtesy of the Music teacher at the school where I teach regularly. I was subbing for her last week and this song was part of some of her lesson plans…. which were GREAT! I had so much fun teaching her classes. Wth a huge snowstorm sweeping … More Motivational Music Monday: Winter Storm Fern Edition
Yesterday, I led a meditation for our spiritual center’s service based on something I had read from the Rev. William Barber. Rev. Barber is one of the spiritual leaders based in North Carolina, but actually serving the entire county. In addition to being a Pastor at Greenleaf Christian Church in Goldsboro, NC from 1993 to … More Motivational Music Monday: MLK Edition
I know it’s Tuesday, not Monday. As I explained in yesterday’s post, the story I was trying to tell for a Sunday post I didn’t finish until Monday. I wanted to post that story before this one, so that was Monday’s priority (if you missed it, you can read that here: https://blissfullu.com/2026/01/12/fight-back-with-fierce-joy/). So, yes, I … More Motivational Music Monday: Artists Against Animal Farm Edition
I can not believe that it is the week of Christmas. It seems like only yesterday we were celebrating Winter Solstice! (Actually, it was. And it was a powerful Solstice.) It’s the last day of Hanukah, the second day of Pancha Ganapati, and National Cookie Exchange Day. Even someone as devoted to celebrating holidays as … More Motivational Music Monday: Christmas Edition
Well, the results of the November 4 elections were a real shot in the arm for those of us who disapprove of President Trump’s policies and agenda. In addition to the big races that made the headlines, it was remarkable how many Democrats were elected in local or state races in almost every state–red, blue, … More Motivational Music Monday: Nov 4 Election Results Edition
For those of us with state or municipal elections this year, we only have today and tomorrow to vote. And who better to inspire you to get yourself to your polling place than national treasure Willie Nelson. For everyone else, well, just consider this as a warm up for next year. But for those who … More Motivational Music Monday: Election Day Edition
Since President Trump’s 2025 inauguration, I have participated in all the major nationwide protests organized by 50501 and related organizations. So far, last Saturday’s second No Kings gathering has been the most fun. In my town of Cary, the first No Kings drew about 2,000 protesters. Last Saturday it’s estimated there were at least 4,000 … More Motivational Music Monday: No Kings Version
A week ago Saturday, I attended my first wedding of one of my former homeschool students (although I did get to watch another former homeschooler’s wedding online during the COVID years). There is something amazing about someone I taught about the book Little Women 12 years ago standing before friends and family to establish her … More Motivational Music Monday: Wedding Edition
October 5 is World Teachers Day. It is a day to appreciate teachers all around the world. However, maybe teachers in the US deserve a little extra appreciation this year. As tough as their jobs are in regular times, these are not regular times. Schools are scrambling to cover the gap of millions of dollars … More Motivational Music Monday: Teachers Edition
Man, what a month it is has been! I can’t believe everything that has happened in just the past week, let alone the past four weeks. I’ve had several posts I’ve wanted to write, but I’ve been teaching a lot, working on other stuff a lot, and then there’s the whole saving democracy things, which … More Motivational Music Monday: September Edition
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