My Second Tuesday
It is always nice to know that someone is thinking about you on a special day. This post is about the importance of kindness and of thoughtful gestures.
Teacher Stories
When you have worked as an elementary school teacher for over thirty years, you learn a lot, you meet many memorable characters and you have a few laughs along the way, too. These posts tell those stories. Enjoy.
The Gift of Encouragement
A Throwback post from the Vaults for those parents wondering what to do for a teacher gift as the school year draws to a close here in Ontario. As for… Read More »The Gift of Encouragement
Of Things Lost and Those Still Around
It has been approximately one year since the Doug Ford Conservatives were elected in Ontario. Much has changed in that one year. Many people are suffering, the exception being beer… Read More »Of Things Lost and Those Still Around
A Forest of Gratitude and Remembrance
Small acts of kindness are like seeds in a garden; when planted and cared for by those who believe in things greater than themselves, good things grow and make our… Read More »A Forest of Gratitude and Remembrance
Love, Mr. MacInnes
I believe that Love is the most important thing in Life. I believe it trumps all other considerations. That’s why, on Monday, June 3rd, I will be downtown in Cobourg,… Read More »Love, Mr. MacInnes
Playing the April Fool
This post is about why, On April Fools Day, I am better at playing the fool than fooling the players.
You Can Take the Teacher Out of the School But…..
The Value of Children in a Time of Austerity. I am a champion of children and I wear comfortable clothes while doing so.
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.