Wednesday, January 16, 2013. In Galaxy Far, Far Away . Since my first son was born, I have been excitedly waiting for my kids to get to the age where they could become my movie buddies. That time has finally come and it was worth the wait. Monday, January 14, 2013. Collectible Card Games, Acquisition Disorder and Me. Once the Giddy Goblin in Hanover opened up and I began working there, the cards began to call out to me because of my AD.

In her new book Ellen Langer contrasts a mindful approach to teaching and learning with the more mindless activities we often set for our students. Mindfulness in education is another piece of a very large and expanding puzzle. It makes one wonder about the nature of public education, a reflection that is helpful in understanding its many issues.