Monthly Archives: May 2016

The Miracle of Words

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Paige Givens

This morning I witnessed a miracle in my classroom. In the span of a few moments, faces were lifted, bonds were made, and friendships were salvaged. The year is coming to an end. Some weeks it feels as if first … Continue reading →

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Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Paige Givens

I have issues, okay? And if we’re all going to be totally honest, every person reading this could testify to personal issues as well. Sometimes they lie buried, unnoticed for years and years. We may feel a slight inkling of them … Continue reading →

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Kindergarten Students Explain Their Mom’s Best Recipe!

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Paige Givens

Every year at Mother’s Day, when I’m in my kindergarten year, I have my five and six-year-old students compile a cookbook for their mothers. I love hearing how they explain their mothers’ best recipes! In recent years, my class has decided to … Continue reading →

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