On one of her very first days of school, M reported that she’d watched two different Youtube videos as part of class. Oh, really? So of course I had to know which ones they were and check them out myself. One I knew about already, Nick Vujicic, the “No arms no legs no worries” guy. … [Read more…]
It was an emotional afternoon. First I probably shouldn’t have clicked on that link to Jon Stewart’s first post-9/11 show, because it left me a sobbing heap at the computer. Not, like, teary-eyed. Shoulders heaving, wah-wah stuff. It was just stupid of me to even watch it. About an hour before the girls arrived home … [Read more…]
Do you have random things that you Google once in a while? I do. One of them was my search for the lyrics to a song that I learned at Increase Miller Elementary School, written by one of my teachers, Mr. Kahn. In the past I’d looked online and even contacted the school looking for … [Read more…]
First, the health report. J appears to have shaken her fever, although she’s not at her best. She took a huge nap this afternoon, so she’s currently lying in bed at 10:20 pm wide awake. I think that we’re going to do a modified schedule tomorrow, hopefully sleeping in, heading to school late, taking a … [Read more…]
After my recent stern lecture to winter, the snow on the first day of spring naturally led me to an extended metaphor. Why is Winter bullying into young Spring’s territory? Or, should I blame Spring? I mean, freakin’ assert yourself, don’t be a doormat! Winter’s not the boss of you! But luckily for you, gentle … [Read more…]
If you think that nursery school or preschool is in your child’s future, you should know that January kicks off School Shopping Season. Generally, these programs are for kids who will be 3, 4, or a young 5 in September 2011. I remember going to a play date back when M was still two years … [Read more…]
I suddenly realized that I have our Nursery School Family Dinner and a Grown-Ups’ Potluck Dinner this Saturday. I hunted down a babysitter that I haven’t used in over a year (not a reflection on her: we literally don’t get out much), and she miraculously said yes without hesitation. The two events overlap by half … [Read more…]
Okay, these aren’t really secrets. Your local children’s librarian would be happy to tell you about the many programs that are offered, but when you get to the library, you’re too busy pulling books out of the toddler’s mouth or reminding an older child not to run or perhaps sneaking over to the adult shelves … [Read more…]
So, I attempted to be useful while J was doing gymnastics today–both the girls are loving it, and the next session at World Class is starting next week. Incidentally, J’s little friend has decided to switch to dance and J said, “I’m a little sad that she is in retirement from gymnastics. We are very … [Read more…]
