I promise this picture will make complete sense by the time you finish reading. Reading to a boy has proven to be a different endeavor than reading to a girl. While Elena was up for just about any story, as long as you were reading aloud and simultaneously scratching her back, … [Read more...] about Chicken Audition
Transitioning from Montessori to Public School in Kindergarten: How & Why We Made the Decision
Last week I reflected our transition from Montessori to public school for Elena, two years after the decision was made. We are on the verge of making that transition again, but this time with Eli, and at a much younger age. Many of you have shared how helpful my other posts … [Read more...] about Transitioning from Montessori to Public School in Kindergarten: How & Why We Made the Decision
Montessori to Public School: 2 Years Later
This time 2 years ago, we were preparing to transition Elena from Montessori to public school. For 6 years, all she had known was a Montessori classroom, and while we knew that it was time to make the change, we were still very nervous. As I wrote at the end of the school year … [Read more...] about Montessori to Public School: 2 Years Later
The Spring Break Blues
We've never been the type of family that goes on vacation for Spring Break. I didn't grow up traveling for Spring Break, and neither did Mike, so it's just never been a big priority for us. We save our trips for other times of the year, and we've been fine with that. This, … [Read more...] about The Spring Break Blues
Feels Like Home
When I wake up in the morning and make my way downstairs, this is the view that greets me. There are so many things I love about our new home, but the yard, with its mighty oak, is right up top of the list. I have visions of it filled with daffodils that I'll plant this fall. … [Read more...] about Feels Like Home