There have been a couple of funny comments that remind me that my precious TBP sees the world through a very focused lens…a shiny clean one if he can help it! Recently, we were watching a wonderful version of Peter Pan together. At the end, Peter is saying goodbye to Wendy. It is an emotional time and … Continue reading
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I Am
Recently, I watched an episode of Oprah where she spoke with Pastor Joel Osteen. Now, I wouldn’t call myself a deeply religious person, but I was very moved by his message. The focus of the discussion was the statement, “I Am…” and the impact that those two small words can have on one’s life. As I listened, … Continue reading
“Am I a King?”
Although I am only working part-time, my plate seems to be running over! My mother is staying in a convalescent center while recuperating from a broken femur, my son is still adjusting to the new school year, and I am learning the “ins and outs” of my new job in Kindergarten. At the time when I should be falling asleep, I make lists in … Continue reading
The Femur Adjustment
Until there is a family emergency, small problems can seem huge and big problems can seem permanent. On our way to the pumpkin patch last weekend, we received a phone call. My mother had fallen and was in excruciating pain. Her screams of agony haunt me. The drive to the hospital seemed to go in slow motion. … Continue reading
The Bomb
Ladies and Gentlemen…I have unfortunate news! My son used his first “curse” word at school. He didn’t mess around with the insignificant ones, but instead went with the big daddy of them all. Let me share some background information before I continue… Up until now, my TBP’s sophisticated vocabulary had fallen short when it came to … Continue reading
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
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
Successful Family Vacation!
In a previous post, I shared that we were taking a short trip. There were a couple of “surprises” during our time, but decided that we would go back with a few minor adjustments. Initially, we were happy about the complimentary continental breakfast. Normally this allows for choices and works well with our son’s food restrictions. We … Continue reading
Lazy Days of Summer-yeah, right!
When I was young, summertime was filled with long, lazy days. We would camp, run through the sprinkler, and patiently wait (with money in hand) for the ice cream truck to finally reach our street. Summer seemed to go on forever and the days had a laid back feel that I wouldn’t recognize now! As … Continue reading
My Twice Baked Potato 