Newspaper Writing, Opinion, Sample Work

Making a Life Instead of a Living

Published September 2014: The Messenger - Faith: A Fresh Take Making a Life Instead of a Living I’m not too proud to admit that I’m a workaholic. When I’m not grading student papers or compiling paperwork for the student newspaper on campus, I’m actively writing for publications. There is not one aspect of any of these… Continue reading Making a Life Instead of a Living

Blog, Parenting, Reflecting

Just Say No

It’s no secret that I am a chronic “yes” girl. I can’t say no even when I am buried with projects, work, and family life. Another committee? Sure. Come in on my day off? Why not? Need parent volunteers? I’m your girl. There are times when I just want to say no, when I want to put the grading pen down, and when I just want to turn off my cell phone for the evening. I didn’t think I could until last night. read the rest at http://www.shannonphilpott.com