Texting is often hard to convey exactly what you mean. There is no inflection, no emotion – no way to convey sarcasm, joy, pride, happiness or sadness. Then again, even talking sometimes doesn’t get the point across. It isn’t the Read More …
When it comes to being right, or wrong, it’s all of us not just them. There is a middle ground, but sometimes the coming together in the middle is harder than we would think. Step back. Take a breath. Think Read More …
Today, a full day in the real classroom for my teen was fun even if… she had to wear a mask all day. she had to walk extra steps – nearly double, in fact – to follow the set paths Read More …
Dinner for four should not be a problem. Or, at least I thought it wouldn’t be, anyway. It should be far easier to seat than at a table for five…believe me as a mom of three kids. Someone always has Read More …
It goes without saying that autonomy and responsibility go together. Or, does it? Being able to choose your path. Making your own decisions. Going where you want to go – and being there. We are definitely at a crossroads where Read More …
Remember. Everything we do today and forward…this is our legacy. Our history and what we stand for. Our experiences and what we share with our kids. Our studies, education, and what we have learned we can choose to teach others. Read More …
First day of school. New teachers, new friends, new experiences. Dress for the first day even if just to be comfortable and cute at home… Even if the only one who is going to see you is your family. Even Read More …
It is Labor Day evening and it is just like old times. My kid (just one of them at least) finally gets to experience my back to school childhood experience. After a full and active weekend, with lots of fun Read More …
If there is any advice I can give to my kids…now, more than ever – don’t be afraid. This includes the things you don’t know about. There are risks in life and most actually, are not life threatening. I am Read More …
Don’t you just hate the fact that it’s all in the e-mail and… you missed it you don’t read that stuff you are under 21 (wait – I said that already) you can’t get it to sync properly you thought Read More …