A fire to be kindled - guest post by Paul Cornies

Nearly every morning a real treat appears in my GoogleReader - a link to one of Paul Cornies's Quoteflection posts. I've mentioned Paul's work before on the Blue Skunk here and here and Paul's been kind enough to write a guest post, 10 Students Who Taught Me, for this blog. His book 365 Quote Quest: Reflection on Vital Quotation has an honored place on my bookshelf.

In a world of fast communications, of rapid conclusions, and of too often ill-considered bombast, Paul offers readers an oasis of reflection and deep considerations. Get to know Paul and his work.

A Fire to Be Kindled

Education is still very close to my heart despite my 'retirement' from teaching almost two years ago.  One sign of that ongoing  interest is my blog quoteflections which is now in its fourth year.  One recent 'theme' post highlighted 16 of my favorite quotes about education.  I think they reveal a lot about some of its dynamics and importance in society.  

(Another source of enjoyment, by the way, is babysitting with my wife a precious 14 month old granddaughter several days a week and participating in her skill development.)

Paul Cornies