My farewell!!

My twenty-two years of teaching taught me so many wonderful life lessons. Then... came my next chapter...

When I entered Walden University, I was ready for a different challenge a new path. My experiences at Walden, has once again enabled me to grow, and develop in many unexpected ways.

Three Deeply Felt Learning’s

·      I can say, without a doubt that I view the field of early childhood through a much wider lens.  My acuity is sharper. I see things clearer. It allows me to better see other’s perspectives.

·      My knowledge is deeper, and I evaluate the issues within the field of early childhood more critically. Walden University challenged me to look closer at details. I now have become a more proficient writer. I now understand the importance of research. I as a person have become more resilient.

·      Walden provided me with a renewed commitment to my work with children and families. I embrace the role of advocacy, and I see new and different avenues for social change.

Through my Walden work my capacity for learning expanded in variety of subject areas within the early childhood field;

I have a new understanding of: diversity, equity, anti-bias education, poverty, inclusion, leadership, brain development, policy, adult learners, cultural influences, trends, language, social contexts, the field of early childhood in remote countries and the challenges they face, advocacy. Programs and websites and great resources!!

My long-term goal:

·      Keep growing in terms of defining and choosing my own directions within the early childhood field. I want to focus on early childhood inclusion and try to figure out exactly which professional role would help me to best serve children and families with disabilities.

Farewell Message:

To my colleagues:

Via a computer has to be one of the strangest ways to form relationships. It is weird how we have learned to support each other. We have been able to show our support through our postings, discussion boards, and blogs. I think for me, this farewell message is bittersweet. I am so proud of all of you! Excited how the end of one adventure will allow us each to experience new journeys! I will miss you all! I wish each of you… all the best!!

WE DID IT!!

To Dr. Teri Davis and my instructors:

·      You have influenced and renewed my commitment to young children and families.

·      You have challenged me to look at my work.

·      You have made me a better educator and early childhood professional.

·      You contributed to my growth and my skills and my capacity to keep learning.

For these and many other reasons…. I say THANK-YOU!!!

Greg and I had met just a couple of months before I enrolled at Walden!
He kept me motivated!! When I was feeling overwhelmed. He would
say, "Milz,  if it was EASY then everyone would do it!!"

My Kids
My Three Daughters Are all In College!!
My son will graduate this coming May!
I think its so important to share with our
children the importance of education!!

Lilly My Boston Terrier
Always Sitting in her
Pink Chair
Lending Her Support!







I love them all!!