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Hello, World!

3/12/2017

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Hello, fellow school counselors! I can't believe how long it's been. I've quietly added to and organized parts of my site over the last 2 years, but for the most part, I've been absent.

So, what have I been up to?

Well, I have an almost three-year-old and a fourth-month-old. I started my 8th year as a school counselor. I acted in 5 plays: The Heiress, Blithe Spirit, The Birds, Circle Mirror Transformation, and Steel Magnolias. I took some much-needed "me time." Overall, I tried to heal from my website-related anxiety. I became so worried about everything I posted that it truly hurt my quality of life. Now, I feel like I can come back, even if just once in a while, and actually enjoy the process.
I want to thank you for being such an amazing group of readers. I am lucky to have your support, enthusiasm, and professionalism in my life. Please know that while I may not be able to respond to all of your emails, I still appreciate you - it just comes down to how much time I have available to give. Now that I have 2 kids, I'm sure you can imagine how much time that adds up to. ;)

Here are some things I just added:

You can find all of these "Is it Rude, Mean, or Bullying?" lessons here.
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16 Comments
Heather Roberti
3/12/2017 01:43:14 pm

Thank you for all you do!

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Marissa Rex link
3/12/2017 05:56:40 pm

Thank you :)

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Barbara Gruener link
3/12/2017 08:22:21 pm

Oh, sweet counselor, I am delighted that you're back. I've often wondered how you're doing and what you're up to. Congrats on baby #2. EnJOY those precious moments of childhood as life is fleeting and will pass you by in the blink of an eye. Blessings! Barbara

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Marissa Rex link
3/19/2017 11:47:59 am

Thank you, Barbara! It's been a big change, but I'm loving every minute of it. :)

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Erin
3/13/2017 05:42:00 pm

So glad you are back. I use your website as a reference all the time. Thanks for all the great ideas.

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Marissa Rex link
3/19/2017 11:49:13 am

Thank you! :)

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Sara Beckman
3/13/2017 05:46:57 pm

I just happened by your blog tonight to look up Devolson. Our staff needs a pick-me-up and I'm going to do a Devolmea day (subbing in Late March and Early April). So you know how long ago that was and I still remembered. Please don't worry about your blog. It's a magnificent source....even years later. So excited you're back at it, even if on a smaller scale!

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Marissa Rex link
3/19/2017 11:50:00 am

That's a fun idea! Thank you for your support. :)

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Becky Twiford
3/13/2017 06:33:17 pm

Yay! I love your website and appreciate your efforts. Thanks!!!

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Marissa Rex link
3/19/2017 11:50:24 am

Thank you, Becky! :)

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Angela Poovey link
3/19/2017 05:10:09 am

Hi Marissa- I think you are absolutely amazing, and I must tell you that I can completely relate to your "break" from blogging. I also have two kids (6 and 9), and I have taken almost the entire year off because there is so much I don't want to miss with my family. I really appreciate all the ideas you share and am thankful for what you can provide in your "spare moments." THANK YOU!

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Marissa Rex link
3/19/2017 11:51:06 am

Thank you, Angela! It's hard, but definitely worth it. :)

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Alana link
3/30/2017 12:33:28 pm

Welcome back! I so appreciate the hard work and effort you have put into this amazing website. But I also honor and appreciate your self care!
I look forward to your future posts! (even if you only do one per year!)
Alana

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Marissa Rex link
6/29/2017 06:09:17 pm

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that! :)

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Vanessa link
4/24/2017 07:39:44 pm

Yay!!! I'm so glad to see you are back. I decided to come take a peek tonight and saw your current postings! I hope you are doing well!

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Marissa Rex link
6/29/2017 06:09:51 pm

Thank you! I'm doing very well! I hope you are too :)

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