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Category Archives: Parenting
Family Backpacking Weekend
Sometimes I like to let my travel pictures sit for a bit, then when I finally dig them out its like being there all over again. Over Labor Day weekend we all made our way to New Hampshire for a … Continue reading
A Back to School Speech!
When I was still teaching in the public school system, I always felt pure excitement for the start of a new school year. It’s more than the freshly cleaned room, sharpened pencils, and new texts that set my belly a … Continue reading
Yes, That Place (Do You Know It?)
I’m at “that place”. Do you know it? It’s the tipping point of summer when you suddenly wish school was in session. That feeling didn’t hit last week when we spent a full six hours cleaning a bedroom. It should … Continue reading
Posted in Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged End of Summer, Gross, Gross Parenting Moments, I need a job., parenting, The Gum Pencil, Things to do in Maine
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Sting! Unusual Remedies and Cures.
Nothing like some good flower pictures to make you appreciate the humble bee. I like flowers. I like honey. I do not like bee stings. I didn’t like it when I got stung on the foot and hobbled around for … Continue reading
Posted in Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged Bee Sting Problems, Bee Story, Home Remedies, Honey, Honey Bees, Maine, Stings, Vampire Garlic
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Just Blow it Up!
Summah! What to do in summah! It’s such a great time of year to just explore topics that you haven’t touched upon with your kids. Like, for instance, chemical reactions. Yeah, that’s it. Like blowing stuff up! To get a … Continue reading
Posted in Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged Beach Ideas, Eepy Birds, Maine, Mentos and Diet Coke, Monument Square, parenting, Portland Maine, Summer Fun, Things to do in Maine
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Dear Jack Gantos,
Dear Jack Gantos, Last night my son was reading your fabulous book, Dead End in Norvelt. I had the nerve to try to shut off the light. I’ll admit it, it’s a parent thing. I just expected him to be … Continue reading
Posted in Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged Jack Cantos, Kids in Reading, Summer Reading, Things to do in Maine
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The First Day…
It’s a rainy day here in Maine. And I am back to the rhythm of stay-at-home mom. The house is packed with children that I’ll feed over and over again. The time slows with expectation of summer. I wonder what … Continue reading
Posted in Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged First Day of Summer, Full-time Parenting, New Phase, Rainy Summer Day
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Top Ten Tips for Surviving Summer Vacation
It’s here. The last day of school. Summer is a magical time where kids can explore who they want to be. They can find themselves in social situations where they grow and problem-solve in new ways. Now, this doesn’t … Continue reading
Oh, April Vacation!
I’ve tried to write a post for the last couple of days. Yet, the children have robbed me of my words. When I try to write (Like right now!), they stand too close and breath in my ear. It’s Chinese … Continue reading
Posted in Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged Fort McClary, Kittery Point, Picnic Lunch, Picture Post, Things to do in Maine
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