Kindergarten’s End
This morning we dropped Honeybun off at kindergarten for the last time. It was a stark difference from just 10…
The Home School Zone
Waiting for Summer
It seems like all my friends around the country are already done with the school year and I can’t wait…
A Dramatic Day
“This was the worst day ever!” Honeybun screamed her now famous phrase as she pulled her bike into the drive…
The Value of a Child
A few recent school events have left us feeling very frustrated with our situation (and leaning more heavily towards homeschooling,…
A Hankering for Homeschooling
I never thought much about homeschooling before I was a mommy, but it didn’t take me long after the arrival…
Reconsidering Common Core
I’ve struggled a lot with kindergarten this year. Between the homework, our teacher’s maternity leave and too much TV watching…
Dealing with a Disservice
Life has become really overwhelming for me for some reason lately (hence my desire to run off to a deserted…
UnMastering Math
Math. Ugh. What used to be the bane of most students’ existence is now becoming the bane of most parents’…
F is for Family and Fun
Last night my girls and I had a magical moment. One of those times that I know I’ll cherish as…
The Forgotten Folder
Honeybun forgot her homework folder today. Again. This is the 3rd or 4th time we’ve forgotten to take it back…