Before I had the words for grief, neurodivergence, or belonging, PBS gave me a window into what community, curiosity, and kindness could look like. Now that Congress defunded public broadcasting, I want to say thank you to the shows that raised me.

I left Etsy because I won’t chase visibility in someone else’s machine or profit from a platform that turns human suffering into merch. My kids, even when they were little, watched my choices. They're still watching. And silence is complicity.

Over 100 lives were lost in the Texas flood—many of them children. As the waters recede, we're left with urgent questions: What caused this? Who’s responsible? And how do we separate truth from noise? This post explores the tragedy, the media's response, and why learning to verify information isn’t just smart—it’s compassionate.

I pressed play on The Residence expecting a clever White House whodunnit. What I got was a slow-burn mystery that reveals a mirror held up to power, perception, and the people caught in between. Uzo Aduba leads a phenomenal ensemble in this sharp, stylish limited series from Netflix. No spoilers here, just a high recommendation and a closer look at the twists that turn murder into satire.

It’s not just a game—it’s the illusion of one. Behind the flash and sleight-of-hand, real lives are wagered while the rules stay rigged. This post unpacks the voice of middle-class morality used to distract, divide, and blame the vulnerable, all while power consolidates behind the curtain. Step right up and watch the show—just don’t forget who built the table, who stacked the deck, and who profits when you play along.

Today was one of those “small” days that actually took everything. I made appointments, taught classes, advocated for my health, and pushed through the weight of ADHD, trauma, and survival mode. I'm not asking for anything. I just need to yawp my yawp. A raw, unapologetic shout from someone choosing to be real. Because we’re not broken—we’re overburdened. And maybe you are too. You’re not alone. Yawp on.

Alan Turing helped end WWII early by cracking the Nazi Enigma code. His reward? Arrest, chemical castration, and eventual suicide—because he was gay. His story reminds us: being different isn’t the danger. Erasing difference is. Comfort isn’t morality. Kindness is.

Frederick Douglass knew the truth: literacy makes people unfit for slavery. As Juneteenth approaches, here's why real education still threatens unjust power.

This summer, patriotic Americans are showing up to demand justice without exception. Learn your rights, stay safe, and speak truth like it’s your job (because it kinda is). This post introduces The Demonstrator’s Field Guide—a free, downloadable tool with legal tips, chants, multilingual cheat sheets, and survival smarts for resisting with heart. Plus a few extra safety tips to help you protect your body and your voice.

You don’t get to claim neutrality while ignoring the pattern—this is how repression starts. When one side demands rights and the other grabs power, they’re not equal. From protest arrests in L.A. to military rallies for Trump’s birthday, this moment isn’t fringe. It’s the center cracking. You don’t have to be loud—but you do have to be clear. Pick a side. Be honest about it. Silence is still participation.

Teaching high school poetry brought me back to Charles Bukowski. Thirty years ago, saw him as edgy but cynical. Now, I see something else: a brutal kind of honesty about survival, pain, and what it means to live honestly.

Summer reading shouldn’t feel like homework—it should feel like freedom. This joyful guide shares fun, engaging picks for all ages and celebrates the kind of reading that builds lifelong habits: relaxed, curious, and totally self-chosen. Read what you love. Love what you read. And pass it on.

Our town’s Memorial Day parade is a beloved tradition—marching bands, neighbors gathered, veterans honored. But this year, as a student read the Gettysburg Address, I felt the weight of Lincoln’s words in a new way. We remember those who gave their lives for this country—and we must also remember civilians who died fighting for justice here at home. The work they began is not finished. The work is ours still.

Last week, I wrote about The Raven and the feeling of sinking into sorrow. This week, Thunderbolts offered a counterpoint. The newest Marvel film doesn’t show heroes at their best—it shows them broken, grieving, still healing. And it reminds us that showing up anyway is powerful. In a time when mental wellness support is being stripped away, we need stories that say: you still matter. Even in the dark, you’re not alone.

In a world cracking under pressure, the election of Pope Leo XIV—a humble, listening former math teacher—feels like a breach worth watching. This reflection explores two weighty words, synodality and breach, and what they might signal about the future of the Church, leadership, and the quiet power of walking together toward change.

It’s May—when we celebrate both teachers and graduates. In this post, I reflect on the impact of being trusted as an educator, offer a free Raven unit built with universal accommodations, and finally reveal my own interpretation of Poe’s haunting poem. Plus, I’m introducing a Graduation 2025 collection honoring effort, resilience, and identity. Trust teachers. Celebrate growth. And if you’ve ever wondered what Edgar Allan Poe's Raven really is—now you’ll know.

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Our kids aren’t broken - outdated systems are. This is a call for fierce parents to resist shame, reject broken infrastructures, and reclaim a thriving future through healthcare and education reform. Our ruins end with us. The future begins now.