Kelli L. Moore – Page 24 – Through His Strength, For His Glory

The 4500

Last week, I got a rejection letter. A kind, gracious, funny letter that explained that 5000 people had applied for 500 positions and I was one of the 4500. So bummed. I had applied to be a part of Jen Hatmaker’s launch team. Jen is an author and has a book called, For the Love, coming out in August. I… Read More

Thanks Teachers

In the midst of all the controversy of state and national testing of students, there is this: my children have had amazing teachers. As a teacher, and a mother, I believe I have a pretty significant understanding of what makes a teacher effective. So I make that statement with a clear understanding of its meaning. My children have been provided… Read More

Be Still and Rest

You know that moment when you come face to face with the crazy in your world and have to decide whether to lean full into it or figure out how to accept or change it? That moment struck me hard and fierce this morning. I woke up sad, and angry, and scared. I’ve been fighting those feelings most of February… Read More

Five Minute Friday – Share

Five Minute Friday is five minutes of writing straight from your heart. I preface with that by way of explanation. Should you choose to read what follows, understand that it is my heart laid out in words. I am fully aware that there are many who will not only disagree with me, but disapprove of sharing. Please, just… Read More

Reflections on Martin Luther King Jr.

As I graded papers today, I was struck most by the notes my fourth graders took on an animated movie about Martin Luther King Jr. While it would be impossible to encompass the work of Martin Luther King Jr. in one hour, their notes show that his message was very clear. The following sentiments are the ones that… Read More