Twix bars. Peppermint Patties. Kit Kats. Three Musketeers. Skittles. Reeses cups. Snickers. (Those last two are a new addition to our trick-or-treat basket since my son with food allergies now lives in Florida). Pretzels shaped like bats and goldfish for the very littlest haunts. …
“I can’t do it. I just can’t do it.” My daughter rested her head on the counter and choked out a sob.
It was 7:05 a.m. on a Friday. She was supposed to be headed into school early for extra help with math. But she couldn’t stop crying.
In that…
Hello! And thanks for joining me on this journey of self-discovery. And personal development. Hopefully, we’ll also find some clarity, confidence, and creativity along the way.
Wait a minute, you might be thinking. I thought this post was about writing.
Don’t worry. It is. …
Spooky stories are a great way to draw in reluctant readers
It’s the season of witches and warlocks, goblins, and ghosts. And one of the best times of year to hook your kids with a good book. Even reluctant readers are often sucked in by the thrill of a good…
The start of a new school year always poses big questions. And this year, the constantly changing landscape of Covid-19 brings many new ones. Should students wear masks? Do students need to social distance? Will the Delta variant sweep through buildings bringing mass infections and quarantines? …
The pandemic is preparing kids for life beyond the classroom
There’s a sense of excitement in the air. Nowhere is that excitement greater than in classrooms across the country. Except maybe in the many kitchens impersonating classrooms this year.
Christmas is less than a week away. Teachers and students are…
I’m coming to you today with an unpopular opinion. I know this article will upset a bunch of you.
But I’ve made my peace with it. I’ve never been a people pleaser.
My intentions are good. I’m writing on behalf of children everywhere. (They don’t know it. Please don’t tell…
COVID-19 is surging across America, prompting many states to enact new restrictions. More rigorous masking requirements, limited capacity in restaurants, and a ban on social gatherings are just a few of the new regulations.
Over the last week, many communities have closed schools and resumed remote learning. The state of…
On October 1, Chrissy Teigen shared that she and husband John Legend lost their third baby. Teigen was halfway through her pregnancy when their son died.
She posted heartbreaking photos from the hospital that captured the raw emotion and unspeakable grief of losing a child.
Almost immediately, people criticized her…
I was in the grocery store when I heard a mom hiss at her son, “Apologize to your sister right now.”
I did not hear the transgression that incited the directive. But I heard the “apology” he offered. “I’m sorry you’re an evil brat,” he said. …
Lisa Walton is a storyteller, content strategist and book coach who believes the right words can change lives. She’ll help you find those words. lisamwalton.com
