In the interest of saving time and frustration (five year old boys only like to draw and write for so long), we scanned Xander’s Christmas card and thank-you note drawing for the extended family. He adored seeing his ‘artwork’ displayed on each card and then both boys willingly drew illustrations of gifts they had received inside […]
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Germ Prevention
As you may have guessed from my recent post, we have been working towards keeping sickness at a minimum this year. The teacher/unit study enthusiast within me, jumped at the chance to use this as an opportunity to teach the boys about germs and how to prevent their spread. I find it ironic that just […]
From the mouth of babes…
During bathtime last week I took advantage of the ‘containment’ to clean my bathroom. As I was lost in thought, I heard bits and pieces of their conversations. Strange words, indeed… One spoke to the other: “I’m the grown-up, I don’t have to listen.” Neither child could agree who would be the parent and who […]
Slime Management
One of the drawbacks of parenthood is getting slimed. I’d be willing to guess that anyone living with toddlers knows EXACTLY what I’m talking about. Some kids are worse than others in this department. Middle son would fall in the ‘worse’ end. He not only has used us for a tissue, but also my sofa’s, walls, […]
What’s in a name?
Change has come. While still capturing family life thru pictures, bringing you along on our crazy learning adventures, posting my creative pursuits as well as sharing thoughts on parenting and educational philosophy, I needed a name that reflected my journey; something that would serve to remind me of the big picture and ‘why’ behind what I […]
Gratitude –> Joy
It is always a delight to discover things for myself… Joy grows as gratitude is cultivated. Yup, it’s true. Life doesn’t look quite as gloomy when you stop to count your blessings… Don’t believe me? Give it a try… 31. Lion puppet attacks. 32. cuddling after naps. 33. grandmother’s reading to little boys. 34. learning to […]