I Need Attention!!

When my son was a preschooler, he became naughty when he wanted attention.  The most inconvenient times such as holiday meals, phone conversations, grocery trips, or play dates (that were meant for him) were times he exerted his need for the spotlight.  Maybe it was because he was an only child, but he seemed to need far … Continue reading →

The Lunchroom

We have an ongoing love/ hate relationship with the lunchroom. For most of last year, my son did not eat in the lunchroom.  Instead, he sat in the office near the secretaries and ate before going to recess.  During these daily lunch dates, he would share about his morning, talk a bit of Minecraft, and the ladies would … Continue reading →

Almost Wordless Wednesday-Spring Break Edition

It is Spring Break at our house.  In order to prevent unlimited hours of Minecraft, we have a schedule that my TBP and I agreed upon.  Leisurely mornings with playing and video games and then the focus shifts towards Science.  Below I am sharing pictures of our science experiments (including a Kitchen Science activity of making caramel popcorn) a bit … Continue reading →

African Overload

Things have been going well at our house.  We had a wonderful Easter, despite my TBP’s uncertainty with an outdoor egg hunt.  If you remember from my previous post, he was concerned about the eggs being contaminated by animal urine, dirt or lawn fertilizer.  In addition to Easter, we received his report card and was very happy with his grades.  We were … Continue reading →

Here Comes Peter CottonTail

Easter crept up on me faster than usual!  We had just recovered from the Leprechaun mess and now Peter Cottontail is hoping down the bunny trail! On Saturday, we did our traditional egg dying.  This year, we tried a new technique and used individual packets of Kool-Aid flavors.  The jury is still out on whether we preferred the old Paas and vinegar method … Continue reading →

The Brain

Over the last year, we have seen dramatic changes in my TBP.  Physically, he is much taller and is often in danger of wearing “high water” pants due to his sudden growth spurts.  He is well over my shoulder in height and appears to be quickly transforming into a “Man Child.”  These outward changes are noticeable, but … Continue reading →

“Boyisms”

I know that “Boyism” is not a word, but I think it is a great way to describe some of the things that my son says that are unique to him.  I always say that I am going to “write that one down” and I often forget.  Thankfully, some of my favorites are captured by this blog. I typically … Continue reading →

Crushes

The other day, my son announced his intentions to marry.  We walked hand in hand as he told me about his “girlfriend.”   While he spoke, I was reminded that his desire to hold my hand would be short-lived and that I should enjoy it while I can! “Why do you like her?” “Well I like her for lots … Continue reading →

Borrowing Trouble or Careful Planning?

When you are the parent of a twice-exceptional child, you are always trying to stay one step ahead.  You try to enjoy the upward trends when they come; however, you feel as though you have to be prepared for the downward spiral when it hits.  Because of this, I think that I worry about the future more than … Continue reading →