Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 37
December 11, 2023
Banana Dessert Mini-Eggrolls
My kids raved about a dessert we tried at Peppermint, a nearby Thai restaurant (actually, they devoured everything they had, but the dessert was the easiest one to figure out all the ingredients:).
We decided to recreate it at home. Truth be told, my oldest had to bring in a food to share in one of her classes, so we thought it was a good excuse to give it a try.
These were simple to put together and really tasty. If I were making this to serve, I’d pair it with some...
December 9, 2023
Read This: Agricultural Treasures Guidebook
I've got a great read for you today! Agricultural Treasures Guidebook, by renowned writer Cindy Ladage, is a deep look into 19 different agricultural treasures, mostly in the midwest (we ARE farm country, after all!). I grew up on a farm, and tractors, farming, and rural life were hallmarks of our town.
Learning more about and celebrating our agricultural treasures is both interesting and important.
Locations in the book include the John Deere Tractor & Engin...
December 6, 2023
The Crown Jewel of the Great Lakes: Mackinac Island (aka Turtle Island)
I’m natively from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but for five years, my husband and I lived in southwest Michigan. My husband has family that live in the area, and Fernando and I were newly engaged when we first settled in the Kalamazoo area in 2009. I started attending Western Michigan University in 2011 for my master’s degree, and we got married that same year in the fall. As a graduate student, you’re limited with time off because of academic commitments, but we didn’t ...
Setting Sail for Opulence: Your Guide to a Luxe Getaway
Hey, you aspiring jet-setter with champagne dreams on a beer budget! Let’s embark on a journey to plan your luxury getaway that’s so fabulous it’ll make your social media followers weep with envy. Grab your diamond-studded sunglasses, and let’s set sail into a sea of opulence (and a bit of cheeky fun).
Picture this: a yacht charter in the Bahamas. Not the kind of boat that ferries grandma and her bingo bud...
December 4, 2023
Through the Eyes of an Educator: Shine Your Light
“There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.” - Edith Wharton
In the northern hemisphere, we’re in the time of winter’s approach. The air gets colder, the animals turn toward hibernation, and sunlight dwindles. The fourth quarter of the year is often filled with hustle and bustle, holidays and activities aplenty, and a shift from the longer days of life outside to those shorter ones often more indoors.
For many, it’s a dif...
December 1, 2023
Jason deCaires Taylor: Te Molinere Underwater Sculpture Park, Grenada
Jason deCaires Taylor (read our articles about his global underwater art here, and explore ALL of the underwater museums here) has done it again!
In 2006, Jason deCaires Taylor created The Molinere Underwater Sculpture Park, which was the first of its kind in the world and the inception for all his subsequent projects. Last week, the park had a major upgrade and extention as they added a new series, which includes 27 works.
The Coral Carnival series draws i...
How Progress Charts Can Transform Student Learning
Education is a dynamic field that constantly evolves to meet the changing needs of students. With the advent of technology and the growing importance of data-driven decision-making, educators have more tools at their disposal than ever before to enhance the learning experience. One such tool that has gained prominence in recent years is progress charts. These visual representations of a student's academic journey can be powerful tools for transforming the way stud...
November 30, 2023
Cool and Easy Certifications to Earn While Traveling the World
Whether you want to remain in the education field when you are done traveling or whether you are ready to try a new career, you can use your time away from the classroom to improve your credentials and receive various certifications that can increase your earning potential. There are all sorts of online programs that you can complete on your own schedule, which means that you can fit your courses amidst your travels and adventures, so you are fully qualified for...
Redefining Aid: Unpacking the Insights of ‘Refugees, Self-Reliance, Development: A Critical History’ by Evan Easton-Calabria
Refugees, Self-Reliance, Development: A Critical History by Evan Easton-Calabria, published by Bristol University Press, offers a comprehensive exploration of the complex relationship between refugees and their experience of integrating in new communities.
In this book, Easton-Calabria explores the historical evolution of policies and practices surrounding refugee assistance, and sheds a light on the multifaceted interplay of humanitarian efforts and the aspiration...
November 29, 2023
“Josh Recommends” for January 2024 by Josh Garrick
January 2024 turns out to be an excellent time to appreciate world-renowned artists and beautiful new productions as we continue the joys of the recent Holiday Season.
Jan 3 to 7
The Dr Phillips Center presents
Disney’s Aladdin
Discover a whole new world at Disney’s ALADDIN -- the hit Broadway musical in a thrilling new production filled with beauty, magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle -- a theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes change lives ...
