Well, it was bound to happen sooner or later… Last week when we were all “snowed in” and at home for extended periods of time looking for new sources of entertainment, the Preschooler discovered a collection of photo albums. And, that was the trigger for her question: Momma, {The 1st Grader} has a lot of…
Well, the week started out very normal. Except for the fact that Monday was the 101st day of school for the 1st Grader, which is a very big deal when you’re six. Adding to her excitement about getting to spend a whole school day celebrating all things 101 and watching 101 Dalmations, she also got to…
When I was young I wasn’t ever really into playing Barbies. My younger sister loved Barbie and dolls of any sort, but I was content with my stuffed animals and art supplies. So, I assumed there was about a fifty percent chance my own girls would be into baby dolls, Barbie dolls, and the like….
This is the conversation I had with the 1st Grader’s teacher last week when I stopped by the school for a meeting. Teacher: I need to ask you a question. Me: OK. Sure. Teacher {in total seriousness}: Is your husband training to be a ninja warrior? Me: Um, no. Teacher: Well, I mean the show….