My kindergartner is learning to read. About two months ago, a moment I had been waiting for came. My kindergartener asked me if she could begin learning how to read. I had been waiting both anxiously and eagerly for this moment. There are some things I strongly believe in as a homeschool parent, and one… Continue reading Learn to Read, All in Good [Homeschool] Time
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Resisting the Temptation to Constantly Entertain My Kids
The other day, a kind, well-meaning person made a remark to me that has stuck in my mind since. The receptionist, who we see regularly, complimented me on how I “always keep my kids entertained” while we are waiting. In the moment, I had a hard time deciding how to respond. You see, I don’t… Continue reading Resisting the Temptation to Constantly Entertain My Kids
Progress Isn’t Always Linear
I’m not usually one to be super crazy about New Year’s resolutions. Promises to do this or that cold-turkey starting in January 1 or 2 are just too flashy and fashionable, too likely to be made on a whim, and too easily broken. But that’s not to say I don’t endeavor to make positive changes,… Continue reading Progress Isn’t Always Linear
Remember, Transitions Take Time
After working various hourly food service jobs in my younger adult years, I realized something important: transitions take time. No matter how palatable, even enjoyable a job might become once I became used to it, the first two weeks on the job were just guaranteed to be intense. It takes time to adjust to new… Continue reading Remember, Transitions Take Time