Welcome to
The Gathering Tree
Explore. Reflect. Grow.
Here, we explore the big emotions, small moments, and everything in between—through thoughtful insights, research, and shared wisdom. Each month, we dive into a new theme designed to help you pause, reflect, and grow—whether in your own journey or in the ways you support the children in your life.
🌿 What You’ll Find Here:
Monthly Explorations & Insights – Thought-provoking articles on emotional wellness, self-awareness, and mindful living.
Gentle Reflection & Research – Practical tools and evidence-based approaches for navigating emotions.
Classrooms Lessons - Slides, handouts
Community Growth & Conversations – A space to engage, share, and support one another on this journey.
Like the strong branches of a tree, we grow best when we support one another. Join the conversation, explore new perspectives, and find encouragement as we navigate life’s ever-changing seasons together.
These free resources are made with love for classrooms and home use everywhere. Your donation helps me create more tools that support parents, teachers and kids around the world.
The unexpected push from COVID-19
March 23, 2020
Warm greetings,
Although the organic seeding for this website has taken place over the last four years, COVID-19 pushed us into action. When Michigan schools were closed, I was contacted by a rightfully scared student who struggles with Cystic Fibrosis. We chose to meet on a trail and walk. Listening to her raspy conversation, I felt my own heartache with concern over her health. Would we, our community, our state, our country, step up with compassion for our most vulnerable? Could we offer support while protecting our most vulnerable? What can I do from my corner in the woods along Lake Michigan?