Today I received (as I transition to a new school): -A standing ovation from my entire school, both students and staff -418 high fives. Yes, you count that kind of thing -So many hugs that I lost count -A feeling that I will never forget. AlexisPark, I'm forever grateful.

I went to a follow up appointment this morning to find I had a hole in my retina. Not what I expected. Surgery an hour later. Science is amazing!!!

Great ride today throughout the traditional, unceded territories of the Secwepemc and Syilx people.

A hundred years ago, Canadians Fredrick Banting, Charles Best, and James Collip discovered insulin. When they received a US patent, they sold it to the University of Toronto for $1. When asked why, Banting said: “Insulin does not belong to me, it belongs to the world.” 🇨🇦 🌎

There is something to be said for having the right tools; there is also something to be said for having enough of the wrong tools to still get the job done, even if it takes a little longer.

20th year of teaching; 11th year of admin... Why does my tummy feel like I am about to go onto the ice for game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals?

These young men battled it out over the last 4 days to get a chance to represent their home town. Without coaches or prompting, they shook hands after the final tryout. That's what Canadian hockey is about. I am so proud. Hockey Canada

I encountered a situation lately where someone unintentionally tweaked a nerve of another over a newly sensitive term. I am so grateful the offended took this approach. ***please pardon the foul language;focus on the message. vm.tiktok.com/ZMNooatPN/

Please ignore the language and American content. You shouldn't have to stretch too far to understand how this also applies to many Canadian citizens today.

Peter Davies is a 100-year old who volunteers his time to teach elementary schoolchildren to read. The UK government recently gave him an award. This was his reaction. Maybe give yourself a minute...

I don't post about much these days, but being an Vancouver Canucks fan is on pause. Please, always give people the opportunity to keep their dignity when tough decisions need to be made.

I am 43 years old. My wife and I started dating 27 years ago today; we have been married for 21 years. I am so grateful that she has put up with me for this long. Seriously.

You know you are playing hockey in a cold, Canadian town when...

Great stuff! We are starting local; big Walk About Wed tomorrow with a trip to city hall, yards and a meeting with the mayor. No Buzz Lighting quote...yet.

When you spoke with our leadership group last week, I asked it, "Think like a principal. How is coaching different from providing mentorship?" The answer may as well have written your presentation.

I challenged my class to run a one night only, healthy pop-up restaurant. They served 75 people an appie, main dish with side salad, desert, and education about why each part of the meal was healthy. They made it in one day, in a kitchen the size of a bathroom, and made money.

It is time...