08/26/2026
Today was a very special day in both my classes. We honored and celebrated the legacy of Dolly Parton.
Though we feel the loss of her physical presence, at the same time, we can connect to all of the love, light, laughter, and bravery she shared within our world.
We did not just honor Dolly by playing her music, but by cultivating a feeling of purpose, peace, and freedom that she spoke and sang about during her 80 years on earth.
A few of the quotes I shared from Dolly with our class to honor the life of Dolly and our purpose here were:
“Find out who you are and do it with purpose.”
“If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then you’re an excellent leader.”
“I think it’s important to instill in children to have faith and to know that there is great things out there, greatness you can tap into. But it has to start from within your heart.”
“You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try.”
“If you don’t like the road you’re walking, start paving another one.”
Thank you, Dolly, for being a shining example of goodness in our precious world. May your message continue to expand through every heart you touch.
May all beings be free, happy, and well. 🤍