by Michelle Ruddell | devotional
I had a little meltdown this week. My thoughts started spinning. I needed to make a decision. It’s not a matter of great consequence. Nothing earth-shattering will happen if I say yes–or if I say no. It really wasn’t that big of a deal. It should...
by Michelle Ruddell | personal life stories
“Have you ever thought about leaving this town?” Brother Anthony said that question had been laid on his heart. He waited for my answer. “Some days I can’t wait to leave. Other days I want to stay here forever.” This little rural town had been home for...
by Michelle Ruddell | Teacher Life
It’s about to get real. You’ve planned and prepped, listened and learned, decorated and dreamed. In a few short days, students will stream through the door. Names on rosters will become faces in your room. Whether you teach precious little pre-k’s,...
by Michelle Ruddell | devotional
My hiking helpers My mind and my heart love a good hike in the mountains. (not anything too crazy). My body doesn’t cooperate. I am clumsy and out-of-shape. Recently my daughter, Missy, and I took a trip to the mountains, where I knew we would be hiking. On our...
by Michelle Ruddell | Teacher Life
Like a child waiting for Christmas, I am a teacher anticipating the beginning of a new school year. There are new school supplies in a box on my kitchen table. I stepped into my classroom last week. The whiteboards are shiny, the floors are clean, and there is not one...
