Welcome Back Penguins!

Welcome to the 2012-2013 school year!  

I am thrilled to begin my second year here as a Pemberton Penguin.  I plan to use this blog to post updates on groups and guidance lessons as well as useful information about upcoming Pemberton Events!  I am calling it a Penguin Pit Stop because I am hoping it is somewhere you will visit frequently to quickly gather information before continuing on your journey this school year.  

Balance is Best!

Do you remember the habit: Balance is Best?  This is the 7th habit and it is essential.  I hope you took some time this summer to find balance in your daily activities.  I enjoyed family time at the beach and made an effort to take up some extra-curricular activities as well.  I ran in several races this summer and also biked in the Moonlight Ride through Richmond.  My daughter, Samantha and I did this together.  My sister-in-law and I dressed as carrots and Sam dressed as a bunny.  I am proud to report we took FIRST place for the costume contest!  I feel like I represented Pemberton with pride and I'm looking forward to thinking up a new costume idea for next summer (suggestions are welcome).




My challenge to you:  How do you plan to keep yourself balanced once the school year begins?  What activities keep you happy and feeling energized?  Make sure you create a plan to keep these in your daily routine.  This is just as important as your homework so plan ahead so you can accomplish both.  

Here is a video of me finishing the Dauble Dash this summer!