Take Me Out to the Ball Game
[Image Desription] U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg speaks on the Main Stage of the National Book Festival, August 31, 2019. Photo By Library of Congress Life - 20190831SM0414.jpg, CC0,
Hey Y’all,
One week ago today, my wife and I were going out to celebrate my friend’s 40th birthday. As we were leaving, I saw the breaking news that RBG had passed, got the attention of my wife, and somberly pointed to the television. And at that moment, we both looked at each other and thought very similar things. Yet another reminder that 2020 is the wooorst.
[GIF Description] a clip from the show parks and recreation; the character jean-ralphio sings in falsetto “the wooorst” into the character ben wyatt’s ear
You may have not liked everything Ginsburg had to say, but her impact on the lives of American women is undeniable. She is also remembered for writing the majority opinion in the Olmstead decision (1999) which ensured the right of people with disabilities to live in their community. You can read more about it here in a great piece by Disability Scoop.
October Baseball
The end of the MLB season wraps up this Sunday. I did not have high hopes that we would finish the season, so as the regular season rounds the hot corner I am pleased to have been proved wrong.
As some of you know, I am a life long Dodgers fan, so for my “Boys in Blue” to shore up their 8th straight NL West Division title this week was definitely a highlight. I don’t know who you are rooting for, but it will surely be an October to remember. And there might even be some fantastic baseball too.
[GIF Description] danny devito (with sunglasses on) at a dodgers baseball game dancing and smiling at the camera
Go ahead, Danny. Get it.
MOVE Maryland
Have you joined the MOVEment yet? Register for Maryland’s virtual day of wellness and select MCIE during “Step 3” to support us! MCIE is one of 70+ nonprofit partners in this event.
[Image Description] a woman on a yoga mat in a push up pose in the background; text reads: MOVE Maryland
And best of all, you don’t have to live in the state of Maryland to participate!
Register now at movemaryland.org.
Donate to MCIE
MCIE and Think Inclusive are designing new websites this year that will further the message that inclusive education is not a pipe dream but a reality that is happening in school districts all across the country. Help us get the word out by donating to MCIE!
It’s easy to donate and help to amplify the work that MCIE is doing.
Thanks for your time, everyone! Have a wonderful weekend.
Tim
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