My parents raised me well and as a reminder they told me that hell was hot. That’s pretty much all they needed to do to discipline me. When I was younger I admit I was sassy.  Many of you know the story when I stabbed my sister with a fork in her stomach because she … More I Grew Up Knowing Hell Was Hot!

“Perhaps this was the moment that you were created for.”  -Esther4:14 There are some moments in my life that I wish I could push pause and enjoy the moment forever. Then there are some moments that are so painful that I can’t wait for time to pass. What I have learned as I’ve gotten older, … More Soulful Sunday Week 4

Disney World countdown is on,  18 days left. My emotions are all over the place.  I was stressing out because I wasn’t getting character dinner reservations.  Then Michele, my Disney guardian angel, took over the planning and I could exhale.  I am at peace with not doing or seeing everything.  We have a master plan … More It’s Going Down, Disney That Is

We are probably all guilty of thinking of  Veterans Day as just a day off from school or work.  Today I will reflect about the true meaning of this important day.  It is to acknowledge the men and women who have served in our armed forces.  Let’s not stop at just thinking of veterans on … More Thank You Veterans

Hello Mrs. Copher, I doubt you remember me. I was in your 3rd and 4th grade class at Woodland Elementary back in Michigan. I wanted to take a moment to let you know that I graduated from Michigan State University and that I am working toward my professional goals. Thank you for teaching me. I … More A Letter From A Former Student

Have you ever heard of Smencils?  Have you ever smelled a Smencil?  Well you are missing out.  If you have a child in elementary school or you are an elementary teacher you know the importance of Smencils. Smencils are a great fundraising opportunity.  So if you are looking for a way to raise money check … More Ms. Copher, Where is my Smencil?

Some will say I’m a hypocrite and question why pay for education when I will have to pay for college. I went to catholic school from grades first through twelfth. I think part of the reason was because our church and school was across the street from our home growing up. I have been asked … More Why I Love Catholic Schools

People that know me, know that I love a bargain.  I never buy anything that is full price. I always hit the clearance racks first. My first priority is to make sure my kids have what they need and I save myself for last.  I think it would be backwards if I was styling like … More Mr. Cable Man

Don’t worry about everything, instead pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank Him for all He has done. Philippians 4 :6-8 How many hours of the day do you spend worrying about something?  I am better at not worrying about everything. I admit I worried about how people perceived me. I worried … More Soulful Sunday Week 3

The thing I love about our family is that we will welcome anyone into our family.  Everyone is an Auntie to my children.  We have “play cousins”, people that we aren’t related to that become our aunties. I was blessed that both of my parents came from large families.  My father’s family is in Georgia.  … More My Auntie ReRe