The end of the “work week” brings its feeling of fascinating freedom…the excitement of “having time” to myself. The rhythm of my life is about to change. Yet occasionally I’ve also experienced a little sadness driving back over the magnificent Skyway Bridge to my home. I don’t know why, and it’s very subtle, but my
I begin my Thursday teaching by driving over the famous “Skyway Bridge” which spans Tampa Bay between my home in Bradenton and Saint Petersburg, Florida. This scene’s powerful beauty transforms my soul. I never take this experience for granted. I am in awe! My heart opens, my pulse races, and gratitude fills me. All is
Sometimes it seems to me that each new generation of children come into the world with unique abilities to share. Although I teach using the same beautiful Suzuki philosophy as I did 52 years ago when I started this joyful journey, today I experience my young students having a deeper knowing about life. They are
My tricks for Tuesday often include 1) Teaching in the NOW, which allows me to 2) Be flexible for my students who are ages 3 years – 17 years, experiencing 3) The Natural flow of the Energy in the Universe as it brings to me all that I desire and more than I could ever imagine!
Magical Monday: Today I woke up thinking about the magic of Monday, with its freshness following a restful weekend, and the creativity which always comes with a new start. Thoughts of discovery prompted this question: Some days I wonder who is teaching who? Then in a moment of clarity, I know that the answer is
Students at the beginning of every new school year feel anticipation and excitement! Learning potential is fresh; new idea joyous! We buy new clothes and see all the friends we have missed over the summer. Who will our teacher(s) be? We are all determined to do our best and get along with everyone. We are,