In my upcoming book, Your Turn: Ways to Celebrate Life Through Storytelling, I write about the privilege of being mentored by adults who guided me through adverse life moments when I was a youngster, teenager and later as an adult. Because I am lucky to have benefited from the sage counsel of others, I have made it one of my life’s missions to give back to others in my professional role as a teacher, school principal, and superintendent. Throughout my career in public education, I was often … [Read more...]
Life is Good: My New Companion and Upcoming Book Speaking Events
With the pending release of my new book Your Turn: Ways to Celebrate Life Through Storytelling (available Oct. 1), I wanted to preview upcoming speaking events I have scheduled in Texas and Illinois! On Friday, October 18, I will be visiting the Twig Bookstore at the Pearl Brewery in San Antonio. The presentation will also include remarks from my good friend, and author, Karen Keilt, who will discuss her incredible book, The Parrot’s Perch. Later in October, Karen and I will travel to the … [Read more...]
Toni Morrison: Reflections on the loss of a “Beloved” Voice in American Literature
Like many Americans, I have been mourning the loss of one of this generation’s most treasured literary greats – Nobel and Pulitzer Prize winner, Toni Morrison. Simply put, she was influential, bold and fearless as a writer. Her vivid portrayals of African American culture, the harsh realities of racism and the lived experiences of people (mostly women) facing unthinkable traumas and societal barriers bore witness to a world painfully familiar to some, and yet beyond the consciousness of … [Read more...]
Geography May be Destiny When it Comes to Your Life’s Work
Last Saturday, I attended a family reunion outside New Braunfels, Texas, at a park on the Guadalupe River. It’s the first Sexton family (my mother’s side) reunion I can recall since my mother passed away in 2016. Reconnecting with my family reminded me of what a fascinating and eclectic clan we are, and how connected we are to our roots in western Texas. We visited and retold old stories and family lore, discussed our elders, our children, and grandchildren. We shared about our careers, our … [Read more...]
Embrace Your Creativity to Become Your Best Self
In my upcoming book, Your Turn: Ways to Celebrate Life Through Storytelling, I discuss how to use writing as a tool to heal and face emotional tragedy. But writing, of course, isn’t the only method for investing in one’s psychological well-being. The book outlines several strategies that people can use to improve their physical, emotional and mental health. One of those strategies is engaging your creative side. Yes, everyone has their passions in life! For some people it’s playing a musical … [Read more...]
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