The Power of Success
What is the correct measure of success? Read about my online encounter with someone who is using their fame to help others.
Tom MacInnes
Among the many characters I play: husband, father, son, retired elementary school teacher, writer, Cape Bretoner, lover of hot tea and, above all else, a gentleman. I strive to make a positive difference in the lives of others. In Life, I have chosen to be kind.
My Hana’s Suitcase Story
The power of books to transform lives. Read about my favourite experience in my teaching career and the book that inspired it.
Will You Be My Neighbour: the Survey Says….
34 Handmade Christmas cards were delivered to our neighbours. This post describes the reactions of my neighbours to such a personal gesture. Is there still room for kindness and friendliness… Read More »Will You Be My Neighbour: the Survey Says….
I Hope You Can Hear the Bell
How Mr. MacInnes helped his students understand all about Christmas….and, a list of the terrific Christmas books that him do it. Merry Christmas to you, all.
Will You Be My Neighbour: Part-II
There is power in stories. There is, also, power in knowing someone’s name; for a name is often the gateway into the story of who a person is. When we… Read More »Will You Be My Neighbour: Part-II
My Best Teacher Gift Ever!!!
From the Vault on #TBT…the story of the Best Gift I ever received as a teacher! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you, all!
Maker Sophie
A kind and caring heart, coupled with a confident and creative mind, is a powerful force for change. Allow me to introduce to the world, the young lady who completed… Read More »Maker Sophie
Lottery Lucky
At exactly 8:04am this morning, my daughter, Leah, set off for school. She paused at the end of the driveway and stood silently, reflecting upon the fact that her life… Read More »Lottery Lucky
Throwback Thursday Edition
From the vault, to you, wherever you happen to be. I wrote this post while I was still a teacher at Grant Sine P.S. in Cobourg. Four and a half… Read More »Throwback Thursday Edition
Will You be My Neighbour?
When my wife and I bought the house we are currently living in, we were enchanted by the neighbourhood. It was tree-lined, quiet and the neighbours all seemed friendly. It… Read More »Will You be My Neighbour?