Serendipity Happen BECAUSE of You!

This blogpost is dedicated to Allyson Apsey, a fellow member of the #compelledtribe bloggers and author of  The Path to Serendipity. She got me pondering about how life happens because of us!


Truth be told, I don't think the word serendipity had crossed my lips often in my life time. I've heard the word, surely, but couldn't quite grasp the true meaning of it--and certainly I hadn't thought that life was full of serendipitous moments. Full disclaimer: I am a person who believes that you make your luck by working hard, following a set plan and being resilient. And--while all of that is true, I've recently discovered the thing called "serendipity" exists and plays an integral part in what happens in life!

Another tidbit about me, I am full of energy My brain doesn't seem to shut down.  I am always thinking and moving. As a veteran teacher of 25 years, I kinda got this teacher thing down. Now, don't get me wrong-- great teachers are reflective and remain relevant by seeking new ideas and resources to enhance their teaching, and there is always something new and exciting in teaching, but you can get into a groove and begin to think about new challenges--and what's next?

Often the path of change is predictable. You MUST do this in order to do that, kinda thing. We seek opportunities or roles that will lead us to the pre-determined destination and grab the pre-existing brass ring. But, how about if that doesn't happen? What do we do? That is exactly the conundrum that I faced. How do I go about becoming an educational leader without exactly BEING an educational leader? Serendipity, that's how! It doesn't happen to you, it happens because of you. Because you remain passionate and pursue opportunities that will lead you to your purpose, great things can happen.


Three years ago, I could not have imagined all that has happened to me professionally and personally. I am thrilled by opportunities to share my voice to elevate and celebrate educators and improve education in some small way. I have met incredible #eduheroes who have deeply inspired me to have faith and follow the path of serendipity that intersects with purpose and determination--and there, at that precise juncture, will be where I am supposed to be.  I don't know exactly what it will be or where, but I am enjoying the journey. I am confident that I will arrive exactly where I am to be.

Look for Allyson's book published by Dave Burgess Consulting. You will be inspired to savor every serendipitous moment that life brings you; I sure am!!

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