I hope that this Thanksgiving week affords each of us some time to reflect and discern how we can give back, in appreciation for the gifts God affords us. In particular I pray that our common humanity may inspire us to prioritize those in our society in greatest need. As for me, I am mostContinue reading “The greatest manifestation of the power of God comes when we work together to find ways to be together and do justice together and love together and stand together. —Yvette Flunder”
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[Gratitude] bravely pauses and takes account of life—of everything going on—and chooses to say thank you for the whole of it. Vinita Hampton Wright
I read this brief reflection at the start to my week: Finding Your Perfect Point of Gratitude. It has framed my attempt to approach this week with increased awareness of the everyday blessings that God affords me – and yes, even those which are wrapped up as challenges. Noteworthy experiences include an alternate route throughContinue reading “[Gratitude] bravely pauses and takes account of life—of everything going on—and chooses to say thank you for the whole of it. Vinita Hampton Wright”
In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; in all things, charity. -St. Augustine
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”
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”
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”
Be curious, not judgmental. -Walt Whitman
My wife and I have recently started watching Ted Lasso together, and last night’s episode included this quote from the poet Walt Whitman. Since we are both coaching CYO sports for our kids’ teams, the premise of this show, plus the personality and approach of the title character – who is coach of a professionalContinue reading “Be curious, not judgmental. -Walt Whitman”
Life is a process. We are a process. The universe is a process. -Anne Wilson Schaef
Recently my favorite baseball team clinched a postseason berth earlier than any other team in the major leagues…Vamos Gigantes! I have enjoyed two blissful weeks of coaching 5th grade boys’ soccer, and my wife starts coaching 4th grade girls volleyball in a few days. Next week I begin my limited fall travel for work, andContinue reading “Life is a process. We are a process. The universe is a process. -Anne Wilson Schaef”
The key to success is action and the essential in action is perseverance. -Sun Yat Sen
Christ on the Sea of Galilee (1841, Eugene Delacroix) This week while in a meeting, one school leader described the awkward “nuances of interconnectedness” that are strained during this current round of re-opening schools. She referenced how students are unable to speak during lunch because they are forced to eat indoors due to the physicalContinue reading “The key to success is action and the essential in action is perseverance. -Sun Yat Sen”
Keeping the Faith 