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Key Issues Institute Day 4: Dawn Patrol Hike
[Originally Published 07.31.2013] We got up even earlier for Friday’s hike. We left the hotel at 5:30 am for the Ptarmigan Trail to ensure that we actually make it to the knoll at the top of the hill...
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Key Issues Institute, Day 4
[Originally Published 08.03.2013] Friday, at the Institute, was data collection day. Three groups were sent out to three different locations to test water quality. At each location we had three...
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Key Issues Institute, Dawn Patrol on Day 5
[Originally Published 08.05.2013] Our final Dawn Patrol Hike at Key Issues Institute took place on Saturday, July 27. My friends and I had been looking forward to it all week. At 5 am we boarded the...
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Chaos
My health… my life… in recent months… has been in chaos. I’ve tried to maintain the appearance of normalcy. I think for the most part, I’ve succeeded. Superficially. If you know me, or have been...
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In the Home Stretch
I can’t believe it… The school year is nearly over! Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy my job as teacher but I love summer vacation. And quite honestly, I need a break–a long break. At my school’s open...
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Meatless Monday – Mushroom Adobo
Growing up Filipino-American, chicken adobo was a staple at the dinner table. In fact, it was my favorite dish that my dad made. It was the first thing I learned how to cook when I moved off to...
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Gluten Free Falafel Recipe
Before I started eating gluten free, I used to treat myself to falafels at Pita Hot every now and then. They’re the perfect vegetarian/vegan comfort food… sometimes you want something deep fried,...
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Another Milestone
Even before my son was born, I was obsessed with milestones. During my wife’s pregnancy, I wanted to know how he was growing. I monitored his progress throughout his infancy and his toddler years....
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Key Issues Session, Day 5
[Originally published 08.06.2013] I’m not gonna lie, it was a little difficult for me to sit in morning sessions at the Institute after our sunrise hike at Loveland Pass. Thankfully, our facilitators...
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Key Issues, A Celebratory Night
[Originally Published 08.06.2013] Our last night at Key Issues Institute was a memorable one. Since we were teachers from all over the United States (and one from Jamaica), we were instructed to bring...
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Chicken Schwarma
[Originally Published 08.07.2013] That last morning in Colorado was a somber one. My friends and I were gathered around the breakfast table. In silence. Then Renee broke the silence pointing out that...
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Two Guys, a Teardrop, and a 10k
I’m two weeks deep into summer vacation. Don’t get me wrong… I’m not complaining but it hasn’t turned out the way I envisioned it so far. Last week, I spent much needed time purging my classroom of...
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Doughnuts with Dad – Gluten Free Recipe
Happy Fathers Day! In the past, this day guaranteed doughnuts. I love doughnuts. Sadly, gluten free vegan doughnuts are hard to come by. I’ve found gluten free doughnuts. I’ve found vegan doughnuts....
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One Month Deep
I can’t believe I’ve been on summer vacation for an entire month now! I had this mental list of things I wanted to do and I’m sad to say that many of them have not been checked off… That’s okay though....
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Pumpkin Chickpea Chili
I love chili. I love pumpkin. I don’t care what season it is. I eat this year-round. It’s a staple at my house. It’s a dish that my non-vegan wife and kids enjoy with me. :) I first found this...
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“So, What Do You Eat?”
Last night was a rough night for me. I was up all night with GI issues and I’m feeling the effects even this morning. I’m not sure what did me in. Is it a stomach bug? Was I a victim of gluten...
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Shifting Gears: Going Back Into Teacher Mode
I wouldn’t say that I’m in a state of panic. However, looking at the calendar, I’m realizing that in less than a month I have to report back to school. Next week, I’ll be attending a week-long...
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SOSI 2014, Day 1: Racing the Storm
Greetings from Phoenix! This week I am attending the Science Olympiad Summer Institute, a conference for educators involved in Science Olympiad. My family decided to tag along, too. Monday, we hit...
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SOSI 2014, Day 2: Stinky and Hangry
Despite staying up pretty late, I had no trouble getting up early on Day 2 of Science Olympiad Summer Institute. It was gorgeous outside! We scored a room with a great view this year! At 6 am, I was...
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SOSI 2014, Day 3: Business and Pleasure
I woke up on Day 3 of Science Olympiad Summer Institute planning to hit the trails again but my son asked if I could go to the resort fitness center with him. I managed to get a couple of miles on the...
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