The start of a new school year has brought anxiety and worry! I have been holding my breath for days! Obviously, this is a bit of an exaggeration since I maintained consciousness, but I have walked through the past two days with shallow breathing and a tense body. Monday was the last “real” day of summer for my family. We … Continue reading
Posted in August 2012 …
Goodbye Summer
Today seems to be a significant day. It is the last day before I return to work and my son returns to his school responsibilities. Tomorrow, my TBP will meet his new teacher and he will begin his 2nd grade year on Wednesday. Although I wish that this day would slow down, it speeds up significantly after … Continue reading
I’ll Take “Seeking Control” for $500
When you are the parent of a twice-exceptional child, you often feel as though you are playing a game of Jeopardy! There are several “issues” that you balance at once and the difficulties from yesterday, may not be the challenges of today. You have to be on your toes and ready for any “topic” at any … Continue reading
Unplugged…Not by Choice
We often talk about taking breaks from technology but truthfully…we rarely do it. My son is on the Ipad, while I am getting my classroom ready. When I think of a phrase or an idea to share on the blog, I type it into my phone. It has become part of our daily life…good or bad…it … Continue reading
Do We Really Celebrate Thinking Outside of the Box?!
One of our hopes for the summer was that my TBP would build on his skills and develop new interests. With this in mind, we purchased an electronic snap circuit kit. It arrived at the house and we opened it up immediately. First, we found the directions. My instinct was to start at the beginning and read all of … Continue reading
Almost Wordless Wednesday #3
I wanted to share some of our Summer memories. We still have a few more weeks of August to create more memories 🙂
Warmth, Crowds & King Tut…Don’t Equal a Happy Boy!
Several months ago we bought tickets to go to the King Tut exhibit. We were thrilled to share such an amazing learning opportunity with our son. We decided to wait several months before going so that it wouldn’t be crowded. Apparently, we didn’t wait long enough because it was crowded. Really crowded. We were met with a line of … Continue reading
Wanted: Mine Craft Addicts….must NOT be old enough to drink
Being a classroom teacher, I communicate daily with students, parents, and colleagues. But as I get older, I don’t seek out many new socializing opportunities. I am okay spending more time at home with family and less time filling weekends with social activities. We have a small group of close friends that we see, but outside of … Continue reading
Almost Wordless Wednesday Report
I was a teacher for many years before I was a mother. I had no idea what it meant to be a parent until I became one. Lately, I have been thinking about my new group of early learners in a way that I haven’t focused on before. I want them to love learning and I want their … Continue reading
August…I dread your arrival!!!
On our way home from vacation yesterday, I was creating lists in my head about all of the things (both personally & professionally) that should be done. One of the biggest things on my mind is preparing my son for school. July was amazing! There was a leisurely pace and days filled with enjoyable activities. … Continue reading
My Twice Baked Potato 