This week I am surrounded by Lasallian educators from around the world. By sharing a common purpose as part of a worldwide organization dedicated to the education of youth, together we learn, grow, and stretch ourselves in how we can best live out our educational mission. I am inspired by our commonalities across such differingContinue reading “In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; in all things, charity. -St. Augustine”
Category Archives: Quote
If now isn’t a good time for the truth, I don’t see when we’ll get to it. -Nikki Giovanni
This week I was in DC for a conference and I took advantage of some down time yesterday to visit some of the museums. My high school history teacher had the following quote on his bulletin board (which I recall nearly thirty years later!): “How can we know where we’re going if we don’t knowContinue reading “If now isn’t a good time for the truth, I don’t see when we’ll get to it. -Nikki Giovanni”
Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world. -Harriet Tubman
“Daddy, I’m a big girl and can cross the street by myself,” my daughter said to me last night when I dropped her off at volleyball practice. When I returned home, one of my son’s stated, “Dad, look at my teeth? Aren’t they straighter now thanks to my braces? And I’m even brushing them, too!”Continue reading “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world. -Harriet Tubman”
The best teachers show you where to look but don’t tell you what to see. -Alexandra Trenfor
Today marks “World Teacher’s Day,” celebrated across India. I am thinking of so many educators in my life who have impacted my journey over the years. Just last week I recalled a story of Mr. Conwell, my eight grade teacher, in a webinar on leadership development in schools. My mother was a classroom teacher, myContinue reading “The best teachers show you where to look but don’t tell you what to see. -Alexandra Trenfor”
Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion. – Bell Hooks
On our Saturday morning family hike at Glen Park Canyon (depicted), my daughter skipped alongside our dog while we trekked through the beauty of God’s nature. One of my favorite aspects of living in San Francisco has always been the ease with which we urban dwellers can access the outdoors. I tried to take itContinue reading “Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion. – Bell Hooks”
To “let go and let God” is to put yourself into the hands of God, even for just a little while, until the challenges of life are more bearable. —Diana L. Hayes
This week I was privileged to spend several days with our school leaders in Tucson, AZ. The beauty of the desert, and the commitment of these individuals, was an inspiration. Of course visiting our Lasallian school there, with its wonderful students and inspiring artwork (depicted here) ,was the highlight. Enjoy the journey ahead! Journey ofContinue reading “To “let go and let God” is to put yourself into the hands of God, even for just a little while, until the challenges of life are more bearable. —Diana L. Hayes”
“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” -St. Teresa of Kolkata
In recent days we celebrated both the feast of St. Theresa of Kolkata along with the Labor Day holiday (in the United States). I am pleased to share these resources from my opening meeting of the week yesterday, which followed a blissful weekend at the beach with my family. I am counting my blessings andContinue reading ““I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” -St. Teresa of Kolkata”
Humble yourself the more, the greater you are, and you will find favor with God. -The Book of Sirach
This week’s adventures include coaching my son’s soccer team, shuttling my other kids around to their activities, and preparing for our annual family getaway weekend at the beach with our good friends and their families. Our daughter started volleyball season last night with her first practice, and it feels as if we are settling intoContinue reading “Humble yourself the more, the greater you are, and you will find favor with God. -The Book of Sirach”
Our greatest joy is when we seek to do good for others. -Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Yet again my children provided me with such refreshing perspective this morning. Today was the first day at a new school for my youngest kids, and they were so impressive. My youngest son and my daughter modeled courage, optimism and faith. I am grateful. The good they did for me carries me forward, and IContinue reading “Our greatest joy is when we seek to do good for others. -Archbishop Desmond Tutu”
The truth must dazzle gradually or every person be blind. -Emily Dickinson
Here’s a reflection from my inbox this morning, thanks to IgnatianSpirituality.com. On the front porch, perched upon a worn wooden table and leaning against a bowl filled with water bottles, stood the sign: “Delivery Folks: Cold Water. Thank you!” Waiting there in the shade, I marveled at my friend’s kindness. “Kathy, you are so thoughtful!”Continue reading “The truth must dazzle gradually or every person be blind. -Emily Dickinson”
Keeping the Faith 