Elaine

It hasn’t really been the same here since the little blue bird left. I’m exploring pastures new in @bluesky so far it’s a lovely space. Finding more friends from here over there every day 🦋

Here's to all the teachers that "get things done" in school & classrooms across the country today. I am inspired every day by your work to transform lives. Those who responded so gleefully to the derision of teachers in the last 24 hrs would do well to walk in your shoes.

A moonlight walk with our little dog; an antidote for the last 24 hours (and days & weeks) in the serenity of the ordinary.

An important survey on teachers’ mental health leading to significant research by two skilled colleagues from @ppdcuioe @sfitzsimons2 @FlowerCP

Remembering #GustavoGutiérrez “Liberation from every form of exploitation, the possibility of a more human and dignified life, the creation of a new humankind - all pass through this struggle.” @paulinelogue @EditorGrainneT @DrSandraCullen @orlamtreacy @NoelleLoreto @kevino253

V glad to hear that the writer #MaryLavin is being honoured by having a public place named after her. Here she is, amidst all the male writers, on the old Inter Cert. Included is an extract from one of her short stories, Brother Boniface, the magical detail of the ordinary.

A most apt description of Martin Brown @mbrowndcu Head of School of @ppdcuioe a legend indeed! A gifted academic & a really decent, generous colleague. Always supporting colleagues & always shining a spotlight on the achievements of others. @DCU_IoE

One of the benefits of living with a keen gardener 💐🌱 roses, dahlias & hydrangeas 💐 before the garden takes on its autumn colours.

The serenity of trees 🌳

Almost a moral duty to give her a belly rub 🐾