Professional Development Minutes

"Try to be a rainbow in someone else's cloud." - Maya Angelou 

Question: What's in your yard waste this week?  My answer: Pine cones from an Austrian pine .

Edwin McCain "I'll Be" (1997) Sing along optional: And I'll be your cryin' shoulder I'll be love's suicide And I'll be better when I'm older I'll be the greatest fan of your life

"Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of riding a bike."  – John F. Kennedy

Does anyone else think 'rain days' should be renamed 'cuddle weather days'? Fun fact:  Cuddling improves mental health ! Photo credit: here

Ingredients: Honey, oregano, mustard, garlic clove, oil, black pepper, vinegar, lemon juice.

I kicked off my long weekend with a bike ride.  What are you doing this long weekend? Comment below! 

There is a long, bloody history associated with diamonds.  These pretty, shiny rocks have created a lot of conflict and suffering in the world. For more information, watch the video below on blood diamonds.   

Ingredients: Plain Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract. I also added some goodies for extra flavor: mangos and dark chocolate chunks. 

Key ingredients: 3 oranges; walnuts; flour; canola oil . Top the cake off with 100% Canadian maple syrup. 

Next week, try to remember:  "Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference." - Winston Churchill