Category: Personal Blog

  • Book Review: The Ornament of the World by María Rosa Menocal

    “The Ornament of the World” by María Rosa Menocal explores the collaborative cultural achievements of Muslims, Jews, and Christians in medieval Spain, emphasizing their tolerance and intellectual exchange.

  • ACE: September and October Update

    Adobe Creative Educators uses monthly challenges to try new activities in Adobe Express each month please enjoy my take on the September and October challenges for fall 2025. #AdobeEduCreative

  • Toledo: The Gateway That Changed European History (1085-1200)

    Toledo became a crucial hub for knowledge transfer between Islamic and Christian worlds after its conquest in 1085, sparking the Renaissance and laying foundations for modern European civilization.

  • What We Need To Remember

    Image prompt:Create a neon sign with the words Be Kind in blue neon  over the empty parking of a rural grocery store in the American Midwest. Night time image. Aspect ratio 16:9

  • Congrats to Andor

    Yesterday, some of the great seasons and episodes of modern TV were awarded with Emmys. While some of the actors were snubbed, Andor is by far one of my favorite shows this past year, and I must confess that the episode, “Who Are You?” that won Best Editing is probably my favorite hour in Star…

  • Embracing September 2025: Building Community and Celebrating Heritage in Your Classroom

    September 2025 is an opportunity for educators to foster inclusive classroom communities by celebrating cultural heritage, promoting mental health awareness, and addressing significant historical events.