It’s “Dear Incoming Senior AP Lit. Student” day! I get to deliver the wisdom of former graduates to our new cadre of students in the program.

I’m missing my sunrise walks, having to get out a little earlier these days.

Caught this toad in a bird bath hanging out with its idol this morning.

Morning walks are one of my favorite parts of being off-contract in the summer.

We caught-up with the sea and had a great visit—aside from a rogue wave sinking my new progressive glasses.

This early morning sun breaking through the dawny haze seems as intense as how mid-day will feel in a month. Deceptive morning Sun!

Austin Nature and Science Center was a nice little escape. We loved seeing their rescued birds, especially Duchess and Pogo!

As a teacher I feel Dr. Seward’s complaint to Van Helsing to my core!

Saw this beautiful and fatally venomous Texas Coralsnake on our morning walk. Watch your step! #snakes

I’m a little puzzled by this line from #Dracula , and I’m not sure if it is me or if Stoker is being inconsistent or unclear.