Kindergarten roundup
My baby is heading off to kindergarten next fall. A newborn brings so many feelings and supplies and sleeplessness and love. It is so much work, but so worth it. Taking care of my little ones was my main focus for the last 13 years. Next fall, my 5 year [more...]
I’m punishing you Mom!!!!
Not too long ago, my son was sent to his room for misbehaving. I do not even remember why. A few minutes later he was in the bathroom. Using the bathroom is always a good way to get out of time outs. As he exited, he glared at me. ”I’m [more...]
They made the team!!!
My girls both made a city fastpitch softball team! Maybe that doesn’t sound like a big deal to you, but last year, only one daughter made the team. That is tough for the girl who didn’t, especially when she thinks she always falls short of big sister’s accomplishments. [more...]
Fixing hurts
I have a friend who recently recieved a discouraging diagnosis from a doctor for her second daughter, autism. My children are all healthy. They rarely even get colds. I cannot even imagine the pain and disappointment and frustration and fear that would accompany such an outlook. I watched her other [more...]
Pick up who? when?
My daughter stays after school every day for rehearsals for the school play. She is going to be a statue this weekend. (I know, big part, but she loves it and it is excited.) So, after two months of practices, how is it that I forgot to [more...]
Missing lids
Leftovers. We have more then our fair share right now. I like having them for lunch, for a few days anyway. My husband is adament about not throwing away anything unless mold is visable or the food smells bad. Since he will still eat whatever is [more...]
Off the Charts
I took my 13 year old in for a routine check up today. She is off the charts, way off the charts. She’s short. I know that, but she eats well and is healthy so I don’t worry about it. But I was still surprised to [more...]
5 days late
I love having 4 children. I love the way they interact and help each other and play. It is soooooo fun. My baby just turned 5. A whole part of my life is now over. No more babies. It makes me sad. I [more...]
“Mom, I think I threw up”
Those are horrible words to hear just as morning arrives. Today is my day to teach preschool and I’ve planned a trip to the fire station. I do not want to cancel. I am taking 6 five year olds to visit the local fire station and learn [more...]
Home Preschool
I teach preschool with 5 other moms I know. We each take a week to teach our pre-kindergartners. There are 6 children total. I love it. Preschool is expensive and this is such a fun way for my child to learn and develop friendships. I only end up teaching about [more...]
Baby hat
I started knitting a year and a half ago. I’ve made socks and mittens, but that’s all. So, I finally just finished my first hat. It is so cute. It’s pink and just right for a little head. Too bad my baby is already 5. I made it for a [more...]
Christmas activities: Kids making wrapping paper
Children love to make things! I teach a small preschool group. We used some Christmas stamps/stencils (the kind you dip in paint, then onto the paper) to make our own wrapping paper. The kids loved it. I was so impressed how careful they were to add a variety of colors, [more...]
Wheat Grinder
I grind my own wheat for baking. I like knowing there are no additives to MY whole wheat flour. It is nothing but wheat kernels ground into a fine powder. If I use white wheat flour instead of regular, store bought flour, most people cannot tell. I prefer hard white [more...]
Carnival on Saturday!
We had to change the carnival to Saturday instead of Wednesday. The holidays have left things very busy for everyone. The carnival will be on Charity and Service. Join us then and we will bring lots of good ideas! [more...]
Unexpected Benefits form Extra Chores
After a day of complaining, fighting, and unkindness, I assigned my children a whole day of work on the next school vacation day (two days away). This was not popular. They feel entitled to play with friends, watch TV and play computer all day. I want my children to play [more...]