Recently, I was diagnosed with colon cancer. While I am taking my diagnosis seriously, I am equally upset that my treatment plan interferes with my rehearsals for concert season.

If you are a qualified music substitute in the central coast area of California, I would love to connect.

Newest addition to my mom resume: really good at untangling slinkies.

"Band isn't just a class, it's a family."

Well said leadership student, well said.

We went on a family outing to the zoo today. My husband made sure we went to the capybara exhibit first to give me the chance to see one before animals started their afternoon slumber.

I was reminded today that tears are okay. As teachers, we help students process so much trauma that oftentimes we forget to make space for our own.

Please continue to protect your peace. Stay safe.

Music teaching tip of the day: use the first student that comes into your classroom in the morning as your spider hunter.

Today, I'm thankful for purchasing a digital version of Onyx Storm so I could start reading before going to bed.

Keep doing what brings you light in this dark time.

Donald Trump will be indoors for the inauguration with his billionaire pals. His core supporters will be left outside in the cold.

Think about that.

Protect your peace. Do the things that bring you joy.

Most people on TikTok did not fall for Donald Trump’s stunt. They aren’t praising him at all in fact.

The day after the election, my high school students came to class afraid of what was to come. I am thankful that since August, I've been able to build a safe space for students and that they see me as a trusted and safe adult in this messy world.

This means Vine is coming back, right?