Category Archives: Quotes

The Wisdom of Mister Rogers – Part 3

Posted on March 8, 2019 by Jennie

In Part 2, I shared some of Mister Rogers’ words of wisdom from my treasured book, The World According to Mister Rogers.  Important Things to Remember.  I also included the words to one of Mister Rogers’ best songs, “It’s You I Like.” … Continue reading →

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Peace

Posted on March 5, 2019 by Jennie
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The Wisdom of Mister Rogers – Part 2

Posted on February 27, 2019 by Jennie

In Part 1, I talked about my good fortune to watch the TV show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood with my children, to hear Fred Rogers speak at a national conference for teachers, and to see the documentary, “Won’t You Be My … Continue reading →

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Happy Presidents Day

Posted on February 18, 2019 by Jennie

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Happy Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Jennie

Happy Valentine’s Day. Love, Jennie

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Nature Indoors and Outdoors

Posted on February 7, 2019 by Jennie

Our creeping lily classroom plant rarely blooms. When it does, the blossom only lasts one day. Today we discovered three blossoms. Outdoors was a winter wonderland of ice on the trees. It shimmered and glistened. We felt like we were … Continue reading →

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Do You See What I See?

Posted on December 23, 2018 by Jennie

And what to my wondering eyes should appear, Books, a tree with lights, a photo with grandchildren, a candle, and my favorite quote by Maya Angelou, my mantra, my rally: “People will forget what you said, people will forget what … Continue reading →

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Carl Sagan on Books

Posted on December 17, 2018 by Jennie

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Thanksgiving Travel – Bridges and Gold

Posted on November 21, 2018 by Jennie

“Always be on the lookout for the presence of wonder.” –E.B. White- Traveling across the new Tapen Zee Bridge in New York Opened wide a doorway to new adventures.  Bridges do that.  The sky was excited.  I felt it, too. … Continue reading →

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Words of Wisdom, Beautifully Illustrated

Posted on July 8, 2018 by Jennie

Quote from “The Power and the Glory” by Graham Greene. Words illustrated by Eric Carle. Jennie

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