I am deeply honored to have received a second Spirit Animal Award Nomination. A heartfelt and sincere thank you to Charles French at https://charlesfrenchonwordsreadingandwritingatwordpress.com I say this with the utmost of gratitude and thanks. The award speaks to the spirit, and is a reflection of writing that inspires. If you have not visited Charles French’s blog, please do. His writing and posts are the best. Really!
The rules of the award:
*Thank the blogger who nominated you, and link back to his/her blog.
*Post the award picture on your blog.
*Write a short paragraph about your blog and what it means to you.
*Answer this question: if you could be any animal, what would it be?
*Choose and notify ten nominees
What does my blog mean to me?
My blog began a few years ago, compiling my numerous newsletters to my preschoolers’ parents and families; they reflect all that really matters in teaching children. My blog has become a platform for stories of how the moments of ‘what happened’ are far more than just a moment. I write with heart and excitement, because I am ‘there’, to be a part of terrific learning experiences, especially reading-aloud, art, music, geography, Gloria, patriotism… it is a great list! My blog is my lifeline; it reflects making a difference.
What animal would I choose to be?
I would be a dragonfly, with swift, quiet iridescence. This animal is one of the oldest in existence and those who gaze upon it do so with admiration. A dragonfly allows others to touch and be a part, for a moment.
My Spirited Nominees:
*Jed-Off the Record at https://jedrecord.wordpress.com/
* Norah Colvin at http://norahcolvin.com/
* Prof. Mitch at https://mitchgoldfarbblog.wordpress.com/
* Terry at http://spearfruit.com/
* Jonna Ellis Holston at http://jonnaellisholston.com/
* G.P. Cox at https://pacificparatrooper.wordpress.com/
* Robert C. Day at https://levishedated.wordpress.com/
* M.L. Kappa Letters From Athens at http://athensletters.com/
* Roberta Pimentel at http://robertapimentel.com/
* Sue-Space, Time, and Raspberries at http://stranscht.com/
Once again, thank you to Charles French at Charles French Words Reading and Writing https://charlesfrenchonwordsreadingandwriting.wordpress.com
Jennie
A Teacher's Reflections 
Congratulations, Jennie. The drangonfly was an excellent and beautiful choice, imo!
Thank you!
Jennie, this is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your heart with us.
Frank over at Dutch Goes The Photo does a sweet weekly photo challenge, and the focus this week is”blue”. Your dragonfly photo would fit right in! If you’re interested 😊
Blessings!
Debbie
Congratulations on your award! I love the idea of being a dragonfly — they’re so varied and beautiful and free. And thank you for thinking of me to pass this on to, Jennie!
You are welcome!
Congratulations on your award, Jennie. I love the reasons for which you started and continue your blog. A dragonfly is an excellent choice. As you say, they have been around for a long time. Those 2-metre dragonflies back in prehistoric times would have been awesome. Blue is my favourite colour so the iridescence of the wings of the one in your photo is very appealing. Thank you so much for nominating me. I’ll see what I can do – no promises though. 🙂
You are welcome! The dragonfly really speaks to me. Love that blue.
The luminous Dragonfly, what a great choice. They are said to bring life changes and the double wings allow then to change course rapidly, useful qualities for a teacher to have. Congratulations, Jennie and I am honored to be nominated by you.
Congratulations, Jennie and thank you for the nomination, I truly appreciate you considering me. Have a happy day my friend! 🙂
You are welcome. Have a great day!
Many congratulations! What a lovely post! And the dragonfly is one of my favourite animals, too! It´s so elegant and lively at the same time and perfect for many artful things like jewellery 😉 Especially art noveau used its beautiful form very often. Have a lovely sunday! Sarah 🙂 xxx
Thank you, Sarah!
“My blog is my lifeline; it reflects making a difference.”
Congrats…and yes, you do make a difference.
Thank you for your kind words, Laura!
Thank you for your very kind words, and I loved your answers!
You’re the best, Charles. Really!
Thank you!
You are welcome!
You definitely embody Spirit, Jennie. You are so open and sharing of your lessons with the preschoolers. You inspire others to try to incorporate deeper meaning into younger children’s lives. Children grasp far more than we give them credit for doing so. 🙂
Thank you, Robin!
Congratulations on getting your award. I actually saw a blue dragonfly just about two hours ago! They are beautiful creatures. 🙂
Thank you! Yes, they are beautiful animals.