This is one way my poor memory comes in handy! I try to match the kids’ enthusiasm about projects, jokes, facts, stories, and life in general. Here’s an example of how this plays out. Kid 1: What did the mama humpback whale say when her calf passed his test?Me: Hmmm. I don’t know. Kid 1: […]
Since we homeschool, I am with my kids almost all the time. I know what books they are reading for fun. I see their plus plus creations. I’m involved with every math lesson and spelling quiz. Sometimes I wonder if I let the quantity of time we spend together overshadow the quality of time we […]
I admit that I have scoffed at the concept of having a life coach. What kind of person needs a life coach?!?! That changed when my friend through the internet Angela announced she was in the process of becoming certified as a life coach. I’ve followed Angela’s blog This Mom Needs Chocolate for several years […]
Kids do best with boundaries. Clear boundaries. And expectations. Case in point: The River StoryWe met some friends at a new park last summer. There was a playground, an open soccer field-ish area, and a tree-lined river snaking along the edge. The kids started out on the play equipment, but after awhile they ended up […]
This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase after clicking one of the links in this pages, I will make a small commission at no cost to you. Two years ago the stars aligned with David’s work schedule and the leave-ability age of our youngest, and I was able to attend a few […]