I once had a second-grade student wise beyond his years tell me that Tuesday was the "armpit of the week". I chuckle even as I write this. Perhaps that's what February is...the armpit of the year. Hear me out. Once we come down from the climax of the holidays, January can sometimes bring the excitement … Continue reading What should we call February?
the struggle is real
And it is for everyone. I keep asking if we are in the "Twilight Zone." Kids are breaking their arms on the playground. Our van was totaled by a deer. My uncle passed away. My middle son kicked up his behavior just a notch. Just enough to inflame a stress rash on my face. Oh … Continue reading the struggle is real
A letter from your child’s teacher…
Dear Parents, It's the end of a very long week for me. I not only taught your child, along with 25 other students, but I also stayed after and shared with you all the amazing things your child is doing in my class. I skipped potty breaks, dinner, and even forgot to worry about the … Continue reading A letter from your child’s teacher…
Where is your Sense of Adventure?
Well... It's that time of year again--school. I'm always so nervous on the first day of school no matter that's it my seventh first day of school. I guess I'm nervous because it's new. New students. New year. New clothes. New shoes. New supplies. I decided to move classrooms this year; on purpose. It was … Continue reading Where is your Sense of Adventure?
parenting a kiddo with ADHD
Not only am I a parent, I am also an educator. I have been blessed with an opportunity to be around several kiddos with various different ways of seeing the world. However, parenting a kiddo with ADHD is the hardest thing I have ever done as a human being. My mornings with my son have … Continue reading parenting a kiddo with ADHD
true life hot mess mom 