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Monthly Archives: April 2013
In Honor of Jayden Lamb
My friend Jess, who recently moved to Michigan, shared a video with me. The video is the story of Jayden Lamb, a little boy from northeast Michigan. This past weekend we celebrated my almost 8 year old with a little … Continue reading
Posted in family, movies, observations, parenting, party, random acts of kindness
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3rd Graders & Their Future
Inevitably when teaching math to kids the words, “When will I ever have to use this when I get older?” comes up. And when it came up, I asked my group of 3rd graders what they want to be when … Continue reading
Posted in observations, school
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My Phone
Why is it that the only time I lose my phone is roughly 5 minutes after I have put the ringer on silent? Ugh. Excuse me but I must go find my phone.
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Our Favorite Art Books
I love to buy artsy books for my kids (and sometimes me!) to draw with. Now don’t get me wrong, I fully believe in blank paper in order to create but sometimes it’s just fun to try drawing an alligator … Continue reading
Posted in art work, books, crafts, family, paper craft
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Art Holder for Markers, Crayons, Pencils, Glue Sticks, and Scissors
I have wanted an art holder for our kitchen table for awhile now. I looked around the garage and found an old tea light candle holder that I bought at Goodwill for $3 several years ago. My husband drilled the … Continue reading
Posted in art work, books, crafts, house projects, husbands, organization
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Mr. Rogers is a Good Place to Start
Thinking about everyone in Boston. The explosions killed an 8 year old. Once again, another reminder to hug your kids everyday and tell them you love them. This is so difficult to explain to children (and adults). Thought this would … Continue reading
Posted in parenting, quotes
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A Sleepover Party for My 11 Year Old
I have to confess something. I hate sleepover parties. Really hate them. I know I should love them as a mom and love that my friends have kids who want to come to their house but alas, I hate them. … Continue reading
Posted in activities, Alex, Andrew, birthdays, cakes, exercise, family, food, games, observations, parenting, party
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Work Today
Remember when I said I was so lucky to work with 5th graders? After today… 1. Scratch that. 2. Forget it. 3. Pretend that I never said that. I’m starting to reassess my career choice and think that perhaps working … Continue reading
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The Dallas Color Run 2013
My friend Melissa, my 10 year old, and I ran the Color Run this past Saturday in Dallas. It was tons of fun and would have been even more fun if I had properly trained for the 5K. I know … Continue reading
Posted in Alex, exercise, family, swimming
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