In loving memory of my mom, Debra Jane Gunselman. Indeed, we are individuals as teachers, parents, spouses, children, etc., but we are also members of the communities that give us our individual identities. Let us turn to the metaphor of chaos theory, where the image of the vortex, such
I was regularly encouraged throughout my junior high and high school years to pursue work in some field of science. I enjoyed science classes and felt that I was highly capable to conduct experiments and engage in scientific inquiry. It also appealed to many of the adults around
I have a passion to help families live healthy lives rooted in the principles of ecoliteracy, especially living in communion with the place they call home. In my adult life, I have learned that the more connected I am to the places I call “home” or “work” I