Category Archives: 9-5
Hunting in the North Woods
I spent the day driving around northern Wisconsin, visiting school districts for whom I’ll be writing grants this year. On a drive from Superior to Mellen, I saw three bald eagles. These enormous creatures just perch in the tree branches … Continue reading
Free Parking is not just a monopoly thing
I am taking small business classes through the Entrepreneurial Training Program at the Small Business Development Center and really enjoying them. Twice a week, I am reminded how much I love being a student - although a lazy one who … Continue reading
Welcoming a Surprise Visitor
When I heard the footsteps move from the front door to the staircase up to my apartment, my heart started pounding. I lept up from my desk chair, grapped the closest weapon I could find (it happened to be a … Continue reading
A great library discovery in Monona, WI
Today, I had to get out of the home office if I had any chance of getting work done. Sometimes, the couch has a magnetic pull on me that I can’t resist. This is not very condusive to getting work … Continue reading
The Art of Enjoying Your Day Job
Last night, as I came to the realization that the joy and freedom of the three day weekend was coming to an end, I found myself feeling something for the first time, possibly ever. I was actually excited to start … Continue reading
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Those Who Have Gone Before
Last week I met the team of Grant Writers that I will be working with part time this school year. The day left me with so many things to be grateful for : connecting with other grant writers, laughing with … Continue reading
