I looked at my boy today, really looked at him, and searched for obvious signs that he was on the eve of turning nine. To those parents that have passed the age of nine and are now in the teenage years, do you wish for nine again? For those of you that have toddlers or … Continue reading
Because I Said So
In my earlier parenting days, I was hard on myself and…I guess, I was hard on my child. It was difficult for me to develop my own parenting style, especially during the harder days. When all else failed, I would fall back on “Because I said so…” This was almost a sure way of escalating … Continue reading
Feelings, Whoa Whoa Whoa
With the first week of summer vacation almost under my belt, I have experienced a few important “Ah Ha” moments that I should have seen coming. First of all, summer is not like that old Country Time Lemonade commercial. At least not in my house! So far, my days haven’t been carefree, picnic having, tire … Continue reading
Push It Real Good
I’m sure there are people in my real life and “out there” that question our homeschooling decision. I mean, taking a child out of school mid-year might seem extreme, I get it. Actually, it was extreme…extremely needed. How are you helping him by avoiding school? How will he socialize with others? How can he develop … Continue reading
Hardest Stage?
Yesterday, we drove into the city and met friends for breakfast. It had been many years since we shared a few laughs in person and we were really looking forward to the visit. We were also very excited to meet their eight month old beautiful twins. Let me tell you, there is something about twins … Continue reading
Fourth Grade
I have a problem with living in the moment. I have no problems planning or worrying about the future and I excel at rehashing the past, but enjoying the present, that’s a hard one. This could explain why just one day after I finished packing up my school year, I am already preoccupied with planning … Continue reading
Last Day of School
Today, I stood with all the other teachers and support staff as we blew bubbles and waved goodbye to our students. Although parts of the year seemed to drag by at a snail’s pace, most of the weeks raced by. As expected, I had students that were excited about the last straw being placed into … Continue reading
The Accountant
It’s no secret that I am making a change to my teaching career. Instead of working five days a week, I will be working only Fridays with a friend and trusted colleague. Next year, I will be her “Girl Friday” if you will. Honestly, I have mixed feelings about this decision but mostly, I’m excited. My … Continue reading
The Closing
The end of the school year stumbled upon me in an unexpected way. Typically, I would have my report cards completed and printed by now. I would have more materials packed up, more curriculum inventoried, more things off the walls. Historically, I would have a large calendar with many days crossed off. I would be … Continue reading
A Bright Not Broken Saturday Night!
Tonight, I had a winning-lottery-ticket-experience! One of those rare opportunities that you hear about on Facebook or see mentioned on Twitter. You see the offers and you wonder if anyone really wins the prize. I heard that Special Needs Radio was offering phone consults with some of their experts, stars or celebrities really, to a … Continue reading
My Twice Baked Potato 