You can’t move mountains by whispering to them. By Pink
Hello/Bonjour, Thank you for visiting with me today. You can follow me as I launch myself into new adventures, pre/post retirement. Occasionally, I will share my perspectives on life from an unfiltered lens…

About Lise Middleton
My dedication to empower my students and foster an inclusive environment has always been the foundation of my educational philosophy. Using storytelling as a powerful tool to connect with all my students and convey important messages, I created a lasting impact on their lives. My famous saying, “I know that you know, and you know that I know, that you know,” reflects a deep sense of trust and support that I instilled in my students. It’s a testament to the mutual understanding and partnership I established with them, encouraging them to believe in themselves and act as champions for their own aspirations.
Blog Posts

School Opening Totem Ceremony
In semi-retirement, I have returned as a Collingwood alumna to speak at the Wentworth Totem Ceremony. Life moves in
The Pause That Found Me
And in the pause, we learn to step into the next one, just a little more whole, and maybe

What is Gratitude
… and why practice it? Gratitude, according to Merriam-Webster, is “the state of being grateful: thankfulness.” Simply put, it’s

Life on the Bay: Wild Things and Wiser Moments
… because sometimes, the best life advice comes from a gosling with no sense of urgency. Minute by minute,
Rosie’s Progress Report
“Dogs may have become domesticated because our ancestors had more meat than they could eat. During the ice age,

Closing the Rings…
It’s been just over a month since I returned from Switzerland, and while not directly tied to my travels,