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The First 20 Weeks of Virtual Kindergarten = Barely Hanging On
“Is today another computer school day?” As soon as I said yes, my son flopped back down against his pillow and pulled the covers up over his head. “I don’t like computer school!” I curled up next to him and peeled the covers back. “I know. Maybe you’ll get to go back soon.” Back in…
Surviving The Kids’ Birthday Party
March is birthday month in my life. March brings birthdays for both me and Mabel’s Labels. I also have a daughter with a birthday this month. I recently had a parent ask if I had any birthday party activity suggestions. Just thinking about the question exhausted me. In my 15 years of parenthood, I have…
5 Ways for Parents to Use Technology to Have Manners
I recently wrote a post about how we need to be reminded to have manners in a world of technology. I got a lot of emails and comments, talking about how difficult it is to follow through with some of the tips, so I've devised another list to utilize the tech world in helping us. 1. Order…
Handmade Halloween Party Invitation Ideas
Handmade party invitations tend to get noticed more than the store-bought variety because the recipient can see that time, attention and care have gone into making them. Pull out your craft supplies, and make your own invitations for your next Halloween party. Homemade Halloween invitations also allow you to create an invitation that complements your party perfectly.
Have We Met? I’m the Perfect Puppy Mom
You know how everyone is the perfect parent – before they have kids? They always know EXACTLY how they would parent saying, When I have kids, Ill NEVER cut the crusts off their sandwiches, and, My kids will know how to read before starting kindergarten. Well, Ive become that mom – except with my puppy.