Mothering Emma Kate and Jack…
I have always believed that parents are their child’s first teachers. Although I think organized (and possibly unorganized) homeschooling can be really great for some families, I’m not sure I am capable of trying We feel so fortunate that Emma Kate is at such a wonderful school (and Jack will all too soon join [...]
Posted on September 19th, 2008 by tonya
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Emma Kate is fascinated by natural disasters and everything science. Her favorite books are Magic School Bus and Magic Treehouse series books. When given a choice of TV programs, she will choose something from the science channel (preferrably programs that focus on tornados, hurricanes, volcanos, etc). So, it was inevitable that we visit Discovery Place’s [...]
Posted on September 18th, 2008 by tonya
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We reluctantly returned from Hilton Head yesterday after several days enjoying the beautiful (post-storm) weather and aesthetic surroundings.
What I learned in Hilton Head:
1. Chris likes to swim with the sharks (he saw a 4-foot fin very near by)
2. My dad doesn’t turn into a pumpkin if he misses the 12:00 lunch hour
3. Emma Kate [...]
Posted on September 12th, 2008 by tonya
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I hold my breath as I write this post… preschool seems to be going well for my little guy. Last week, we spent a lot of time observing the classroom together and easing into the transition process. Preschools typically prefer that parents simply pass over their crying children to the teachers, and in time, it [...]
Posted on September 12th, 2008 by tonya
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This morning, Jack met his preschool teachers and visited his classroom for the first time. Mawmaw surprised him with some tools, a hat, and a tool belt to celebrate his big day. I am hopeful that our first official day of preschool on Thursday will be easier than today- for Jack and for me [...]
Posted on September 2nd, 2008 by tonya
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Chris’ grandmother, Gamer, passed away Thursday. Today he and his family are in Wilmington attending Gamer’s funeral service; I am sad that we can’t join him. Chris’ childhood memories are inextricably tied to Gamer and Gamer’s house; he often shares these stories with me. I easily remember the first time I met Gamer- how sweet [...]
Posted on September 2nd, 2008 by tonya
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I have learned that the fun thing about having a little brother is dressing him up! Jack is so cooperative when Emma wants to play dress up; he is more than happy to sport a princess dress, makeup, hairbows, and nail polish. Does anyone know where I can find some gender-neutral dress up clothes? [...]
Posted on September 2nd, 2008 by tonya
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