What a strange moment in time we are all sharing. At least, it sure feels strange to me. How about you? This has been a hard week. If you are someone who has read my column before, this will likely come as no surprise – and if you are new to it, well, it’s always […]
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Through My Lens: How I’m managing election-related stress
As the U.S. presidential election approached, I felt the familiar sense of anxiety creeping in. For many of us, this election isn’t only about policy changes, but deeply personal stakes that impact our security and sense of belonging. Unlike a sports game, this outcome will have lasting implications for our communities, families and futures, making […]
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Mainewhile: Perfect time for a reminder: It’s still a beautiful world
I am writing to you this week from my parents’ house – well, my house now. I am sitting at a card table set up where the dining room table used to be. I am at the stage of clearing out my parents’ house where I am equal parts frustrated, nostalgic and overwhelmed. One piece […]
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Mainewhile: In the end, moving is always a big deal
Moving. Ugh. I swore the last time, when we bought our sweet little farm we love so much, that it was our last move. “Never again!” was the rallying cry as we slogged through the stacks of boxes and bubble wrap. I meant it, too. I love this place and would have been perfectly content […]
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Forum: Reflections on finding connection, making changes in retirement
Making a move at any stage of life can be daunting, but doing so during the retirement years can be a particularly intimidating transition. Change, at any age, is not an easy process. Last year, after losing my husband, I decided to leave Cape Cod and moved to Maine into a new community called Cumberland […]
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Mainewhile: Sometimes it’s not failure, it’s just a mismatch
I had to say goodbye to my old horse, Henry, this week. But I am not here to talk about that. It feels like I’ve been doing a lot of talking about death lately. What I want to talk about instead is purpose. I belong to the school of thought that believes that, ultimately, our […]
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Through My Lens: Discovering the charm of American election yard signs
As a newcomer to America, particularly here in Maine, there are many things about the election season that have both surprised and intrigued me. This is my second presidential election, and I can’t help but reflect on how vastly different it is from elections I’ve witnessed in other parts of the world. My first time […]
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Forum: Remove the dams, restore the fish? It’s not that simple
For years, Yarmouth residents have been told, “Remove the dams, restore the fish.” While this causal relationship may hold true in other areas, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has declared that removing the dams in Yarmouth will not meaningfully restore fish passage to the Royal River (Appendix G, 6.1.2.4). Why? Because Middle Falls serves […]
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Forum: Students can activate democracy by volunteering at polls
As an election worker in my hometown of Kennebunk, I’ve witnessed firsthand the critical role that youth can play in our democratic process. Empowering young voters with knowledge about our democratic system is essential. In the 2020 election, Maine saw a significant increase in youth voter turnout. According to the Center for Information and Research […]
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Portland Superintendent’s Notebook: Taking steps to strengthen learning for all students
The Portland Public Schools started this school year with a new strategic plan. It has five priorities we plan to achieve over the next five years and maps out the steps we’re going to take each year to realize these priorities. But what does our strategic plan mean for students in the classroom? That’s a […]