Finally!!! I woke up this morning and I felt the cool breeze through the window. Hello, old friend. In reality, this feeling has been absent for several days; however, it seems as though it has been as long as I can remember. To say out loud that I wish for cooler temperatures, even rain if … Continue reading
Behind Closed Doors
When I started my teaching career, I remember some advice from a mentor; although most of the time you are the only adult in a classroom with students, you should always act as if your principal or a parent volunteer is in the back of the room. You shouldn’t say or do anything that you … Continue reading
Roaming School-Aquarium Style
As a homeschooling family, we look for fun places to visit that are also educational. Our recent trip to the Seattle Aquarium was one of those places! Here are a few pictures of what we saw…
Coffee Observations
Instead of my normal sleepy coffee place around the corner, I spent my weekly writing morning in the neighborhood Starbucks. I had received a gift card on the last day of school and thought that I would use those funds instead of the debit card. I live in a large planned development in Suburbia and this morning, … Continue reading
I’m Bored
There are two words that I currently hate more than most. I would happily take a handful of crude potty words or even a few of the milder swear words instead of … I’m bored! Ugh! I don’t know if it is the sight of him standing amongst all the Legos, toys, and art supplies as … Continue reading
It’s Too Damn Hot
Currently we are experiencing a heat wave. While many people love the hot temperatures, my family avoids them. Dont get me wrong, I am a big fan of the sun, not the heat. I prefer the temperature to stay below 73 degrees. When we have several days in a row that hover above 80 degrees, my house … Continue reading
Not my Twin
Before I begin, I want to say that I am extremely grateful to be the mama to my son. I am lucky that he is smart, healthy and precious. He is creative and has an incredibly kind heart with a love for his parents and his dogs. He is a loyal friend and I love … Continue reading
Leisurely or Just Long?
As a full-time teacher, I look forward to the idea of summer. In my head, the season brings long, leisurely days filled with picnics, playing in the water, and campfires with roasting marshmallows when the sun goes down. In reality, summer days are long, but not always in a good way. Now that we are … Continue reading
That Camaraderie
In the beginning, my son’s interest in video games was just about playing the game. Soon, the creating and the learning morphed into a strong desire to compete. As my son was driven to outdo his previous scores and conquests, his stamina and persistence grew. Gaming is serious to him, like a full-time job that counts on his important … Continue reading
People…I’ve Got It Bad!
For a few years, my son has had the same obsession, video games. He begins his day asking video game questions… Wouldn’t it be cool if there were trolls in Minecraft? Didn’t you think that last boss battle was cool? What do you think I should create today? During our bedtime routine, he tries to … Continue reading
My Twice Baked Potato 