Ten to fifteen years ago, I introduced my Grade 3 students to blogging using Kidblog. It was part of a pilot project, and I thought it would be a fun way to get students excited about writing by giving them a space of their own. And it worked. They loved writing about topics that interested them and sharing their ideas. What excited them most was hearing from their classmates—those encouraging comments that made them feel proud of what they had written.
Now, all these years later, I find myself drawn to starting a blog of my own. Why? I’m not entirely sure—but that feels okay. I know I enjoy reading blogs on all kinds of topics, especially when I’m planning a trip. I often turn to them to learn from others’ experiences: what they loved, what they’d skip, and those hidden gems you don’t always find in guidebooks.
As I approach my late fifties and stand just six months away from retirement, I’ve been thinking a lot about what comes next. There are plenty of ideas swirling around in my head, but this feels like the right place to begin. This blog is a space to reflect, explore, and share what life looks like now—and what it might become.
My hope is that Told Over Coffee will feel like a conversation with a friend: relaxed, honest, and welcoming. And just like my students all those years ago, I’m hoping to find joy not only in writing, but in connecting with others who choose to stop by, share their thoughts, and tell a few stories of their own.
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