Every March Two Writing Teachers hosts the Slice of Life Story Challenge. Everyone is welcome to share writing and comment on others in this special community.
Stepping into the space of March 2026, there have been no shortage of slicing moments in February. For the last few weeks, I've been prepping for this month, snapping pictures of moments to remember and fuel my slicing life in case March has a a story draught.
Living in Connecticut, snow has pounded us; I haven't seen piles this high since I was ten.
We've had a lot to celebrate as a family. Many of you might know about my book, but its birthday was the same day that one of my girls received acceptance into a competitive doctoral program.
Competitive pickleball is new to me, and I'm especially grateful to be able to play since last year, my one little word was "heal" , and at this time, I had just gotten a full knee replacement. This year, my one little word is "laugh." I'm looking forward to writing a slice or two about that one!
My mom's beloved and young dog is having a medical issue. I hope I don't have much to write about that this month.
Students have won contests, colleagues have reached out, friends have planned milestone birthdays, daughters have debated favorite headshots. The Patriots made it to the Superbowl, and the UConn basketball world continues to dominate (exceot when my husband and daughter go to the game!) Random emails have arrived in my inbox that have made me smile.
Life is full of memorable moments. I've lost track of how many years it's been since I've documented moments in March. Fifteen? Sixteen? I'm looking forward to the daily pause to pinpoint a moment to relive and share, connecting with a practice and a community that has braided themselves into my life.
Onward. I'm happy to be here.
February has been busy! I can’t wait to hear more about all. Happy writing! ❤️Jess
ReplyDeleteThis says it all: looking forward to a "daily pause to pinpoint a moment to relive and share, connecting with a practice and a community." I am first day of school kind of excited!
ReplyDeleteMelanie, this is Margaret. I’m happy to be back again this year. With retirement, my slicing will not be shared with kids. It will feel different I’m sure, but also familiar. I know we have been slicing together for 11 years. I think this is year 12 or 13 for me.
ReplyDeleteSo much to celebrate! I'm glad you are back in the full swing of life following knee replacement surgery, and you inspire me to want to learn more about pickleball - and get out and try it. I love your last sentence - - Onward is my OLW this year, and it captures the essence of never getting stagnant in anything but of embracing life and moving with it. I'm happy to be here with you!
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