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 .

"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