Skip to main content

sols: release



Slice of Life hosted at the 



I'm in need of a mind release
just quickly writing
what's weighing heavily
on my mind, body, and soul.

But so much is personal --

Between the struggles of
being a giving and nurturing wife
trying to be a patient mother
wanting to be there as a friend
striving to be a supportive colleague
hoping to be an inspiring teacher.

And because it's personal --

I am so good about keeping
all that stuff bottled inside,
where it's safe between
only me and God.




Labels:

Comments

  1. LynnNovember 26, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    Life is a struggle Michelle . . . but you do so much so well . . . my hope is that you realize it ;-)

    ReplyDelete
  2. Leigh Anne EckNovember 26, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    I hope your Thanksgiving is a time of release and rejuvenation for you. I think my post today could apply to you. I think you were chosen for many things...you just need a reminder!

    ReplyDelete
  3. RobinNovember 26, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    Isn't it amazing how releasing words can be a relief...even if it's not the exact words you wish to release.

    ReplyDelete
  4. AnonymousNovember 26, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    This is where a writer's notebook comes in handy. Or a separate one for those things to personal to share with the world but, yet, need to be written. Keep the faith, Michelle. There are always struggles with balance in our lives, but things seem to even out. Enjoy a restful Thanksgiving break.

    ReplyDelete
  5. Linda BNovember 26, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    I'm happy your shared, opened up that bottle and poured a little, Michelle. Your poems always touch me-inspire me to write a little more! Happy Thanksgiving with your family!

    ReplyDelete
  6. Terje November 26, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    You're a woman looking for a balance. Letting the words out (speaking, thinking, writing) lightens the burden, allowing to breathe, stretch and move on. Tomorrow is another day. Hug. Happy Thanksgiving!

    ReplyDelete
  7. StaceyNovember 26, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    I hope this Thanksgiving break reinvigorates your body, mind, and soul.

    ReplyDelete
  8. elsieNovember 26, 2013 at 2:59 PM

    You always say so much with so few words, I marvel at your talent. Have a blessed Thanksgiving break.

    ReplyDelete
  9. JudyNovember 26, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    At moments like these, when I feel your needs and so want to help, that I regret moving so far away. Just remember, you are not alone, God is always with you and you are in my prayers and thoughts always. And, I'm only a phone call away when you need someone to listen. Love ya bunches, Mom

    ReplyDelete
  10. Tara @ A Teaching LifeNovember 26, 2013 at 6:07 PM

    Thanksgiving is here, and I hope that you will have time to rejuvenate and find peace, Michelle.

    ReplyDelete
  11. CarolNovember 26, 2013 at 6:23 PM

    Praying that you will find rest this weekend and will know the height and breadth and depth of His love in amazing ways! Hugs and prayers! Carol

    ReplyDelete
  12. JaanaNovember 26, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    May the spirit of Thanksgiving bring you new blessings. May the short vacation bring you a time to feel refreshed. And may God empower you to face whatever it might be that you are finding hard. Be blessed this Thanksgiving!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Amanda VillagómezNovember 26, 2013 at 11:05 PM

    Michelle,
    I love the way slices have a way to speaking to me. I was just thinking tonight about choosing a slice to write, knowing that I haven't quite reached a point where I can totally lay everything I am thinking on the line as some people are able to do so. Reading your post helped me to realize that is okay and that I can still connect with others/learn alongside others by considering the complexities that come with this phase of life with just the hints of similarities. I hope you are able to rest and enjoy family over the break.

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

Popular posts from this blog

Picture Books I Love Right Now! #pb10for10

Check out other favorite Picture Book Lists #pb10for10 ______________________________________________________________ As we finish up our summer #cyberPD conversations, I'm quickly reminded that August is right around the corner and I need to start thinking about my picture book list to share. Ten books I love. Ten books I want to share. Ten books that I can't live without in my classroom. Ten books. I love coming up with lists of picture books I adore for various reasons. However, this year I came up with the most brilliant idea! (Well, at least I thought it was brilliant!)  Here are the picture books I can't live without  ... because these are the LAST 10(+3)  picture books I most recently purchased!  ______________________________________________________________ 1.  If I Built a School   by Chris Van Dusen My daughters read If I Built a House and If I Built a Car over and over and over. They couldn't wait to read thi...
11 comments
Read more

{#sol15} deeper than beauty 8/31

The March Slice of Life Story Challenge hosted  at the  Two Writing Teachers Join us for a month of writing! I have twin four and a half -- almost five! -- year old daughters.  I try to be consciously aware of what I say and do in regards to my body image and self-esteem and also with their body image and self-esteem. First of all, because I don't want them to believe everything that society says is true.  Even if they don't fully understand it today.  In addition, because they are fraternal twin sisters, I want them to understand they are individuals with unique and different bodies that God created for each of them.   However, society -- including my loving family and friends -- tell a different story and harmlessly create a comparison war.   My girls constantly hear how beautiful, adorable, cute, fill-i...
35 comments
Read more

An Interview with Educator/Momma/Writer Ruth Ayres Celebrating #EnticingWriters + Giveaway!

I love sharing book titles with close friends, so I'm happy you are here! I want to share a book that you must add to your to-be-read list. Ruth Ayres has a brand new book titled  Enticing Hard-To-Reach Writers   published by Stenhouse Publishers. It's another must read from Ruth. There are many professional development books available to learn about mastering our craft of teaching.   However, there are only a few that make a true impact -- and this is one book that weaves raw truth, research, practical ideas, and story all in one {cute} little package.  In  Enticing Hard-To-Reach Writers , Ruth allows her worlds to collide during the creation:  "In this book, I entwine my three story lines as educator, momma, and writer." (p. 6) And she does this in an amazing way through sharing stories of her family, adoption, children living in hard places -- and doing their best  -- and healing. She shares how we can use research ...
26 comments
Read more