Melinda + Mac

I made the “switch.” I am currently typing on my new MacBook! This has been a yearlong decision-making process. My 5 year old laptop is not going to make it much longer. Replaced the fan 2 or 3 times and the keyboard 2 times. Then it just started shutting off due to overheating.

Last night I turned on Mac for the first time. WOW! Worked immediately. Currently I am running on the battery only and it is working like it is plugged in and hooked up. No laptop I have works this well on the battery. Another Mac user also has the ability to “take over” my screen and make changes and show me how to do things. Thanks Scott for helping me last night. I look forward to more help and the questions and adventures to come.

13 Money Mistakes That Won’t Derail Your Retirement

Retirement has taken over The Principal Blog! Turns out starting over is harder than I thought after 30 years in education. Currently, the retirement niche has caught my attention. Settling into retirement was a little harder than I imagined. This is one video about retirement in a series of videos on my channel. There are still some principal lessons to unpack but not like I thought there would be.Join me on this journey on my Youtube channell as I figure out what's next!Here are some of the money mistakes I made over the years. I was still able to retire early! ... Read More about 13 Money Mistakes That Won’t Derail Your Retirement

Retirement Planning: 8 Questions to Ask Before Retiring

Have you thought about what it would be like to retire? Are you within 5 years of retirement? Is retirement even an option for you? Here are 8 questions that can help you with retirement planning.In this video, I share with you the thinking that went into my decision to retire this year.As I spend the last 3 months in a career I have had for almost 3 decades, I have asked myself these questions: When, exactly, can I retire and bring home the most money?Missouri teacher retirement is amazing. If you can stick it out long enough, you can bring home as much as you were making when you were actually working. When I was married I ... Read More about Retirement Planning: 8 Questions to Ask Before Retiring

Top 5 Retirement Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Retirement mistakes are real but not detremental. Last year I wrote questions to ask yourself before you retire. One year later I have learned a lot. Hopefully, this list of retirement mistakes to avoid can help you with your retiremnt planning.Retirement is an exciting phase of life, promising the freedom to pursue passions and enjoy well-earned leisure. However, it also comes with its own set of challenges. Missteps in planning can lead to financial strain and boredom. Here are the top five retirement mistakes and how you can avoid them. 1. Not Having a Plan for Free TimeThe Mistake:The most exciting perk of retirement is looking ... Read More about Top 5 Retirement Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Why Go Digital? 5 Benefits of Digital Planning in the 2024

Digital planners have been around for years. Whether your a new principal or been in education administration for many years, let this be your year to start using a digital planner. Here are five fantastic benefits of going digital this school year:1. Makes Brainstorming EasyBusy principals are always brainstorming. Grabbing post it notes, writing on the back of an envelope, or looking for the first piece of paper in sight. One of the first benefits of digital planning is that going digital makes brainstorming easier and more efficient than ever. With a digital planner you can capture ideas on the fly, organize them effortlessly, ... Read More about Why Go Digital? 5 Benefits of Digital Planning in the 2024

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Comments

Scott Elias says

April 27, 2008 at 3:13 am

I’m so happy for you! May this be the beginning of a long, happy relationship between you and your Mac.

Some people name their Macs… Will you be one of them?
EDin08 says

May 1, 2008 at 10:02 pm

Hi Melinda,

I just wanted to make sure that you were invited to our education “Blogger Summit”. We hope you can make it and feel free to share this invitation with any other bloggers in the area that might be interested. The invitation is attached below.

Alex
ED In ’08 Blogger Summit

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Strong American Schools is excited to announce the ED in ’08 Blogger Summit. Conference details are as follows:

May 14th – 15th
Palomar Hotel, Washington DC
Registration is Free!

An opening reception is scheduled on the evening of Wednesday, May 14th. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served before the screening of a new documentary film on education, Two Million Minutes. A Q&A session with the filmmakers is set to follow.

Then join us for an all-day conference on May 15th. Nowhere else will you have an opportunity to meet and network with fellow education bloggers, participate in panels, attend workshops, and help tackle some tough questions on the state of education in America.

Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP today!

Register at http://edin08.com/bloggersummit/
mmiller7571 says

May 2, 2008 at 7:02 pm

Thanks for the invite and the agenda looks great! Unfortunately I am 8 months pregnant and cannot travel. I would love to be able to attend virtually if anyone will be live-blogging or video taping anything. Hope to be able to go to conferences next year.
Melinda
Cheryl Oakes says

June 3, 2008 at 1:48 am

Hey Melinda, glad you made the choice! Good luck, you have lots of support when you need it.
Cheryl
Anonymous says

July 14, 2008 at 5:13 pm

Melinda

Hope the birth went well both baby and MAC. We have only MACS in our house and we love them.