End of Summer Blues

(Raise your hand if you are team Kohr Brothers) Where did the summer go? It’s gone but I honestly can’t remember what I did with half of it! Too fast. I’m sad. I may be in the minority here when I say that I am really sad to send my kids back to school. IContinue reading “End of Summer Blues”

I Hate Kindergarten

It’s true. Ever since Lucy started Kindergarten, she simultaneously became a grumpy, mean old Monster. Now, I know that 90% of the reason is probably because she is tired and when Lucy is tired is shows up as rebellious attitude. And, I know she has to follow instructions all day long in school so probablyContinue reading “I Hate Kindergarten”

The Life. The Kids. The Innaproprite. It’s Real Life.

“Today Lucy was looking through one of my Art books from college. She asked me, “why does this guy have a Penis?” “Umm, because he’s a boy?” Not quite sure how to explain that. My Father gave Abram a stuffed frog one day as a gift. He was trying to tell Ryan that Pop-Pop gaveContinue reading “The Life. The Kids. The Innaproprite. It’s Real Life.”

Second Generation Problem

This morning when my daughter climbed into bed with me she seemed troubled. Before I could say something and ask what was bothering her she said: “Mom, a girl stuck her tongue out at me two times last night at the party.” “She did? Why did she do that?” “I don’t know.” “Did you say something to her or accidentally bumpContinue reading “Second Generation Problem”

My Big Little 4 Year Old

“Her smile beams like sunshine, which fills our hearts with love.” – Unknown   Future memoir of a 4-year-old, as told by Lucy…  What is your Favorite color? “All of the colors” What is your favorite food? “Spaghetti” What food do you not like? “Purple Lettuce” What is your favorite movie? “Herkaleez (Hercules)” Who isContinue reading “My Big Little 4 Year Old”

A Whole Lotta Learnin’ Goin’ On ‘Round Here

What is your favorite thing about Preschool? They have Barbies. Have you made any new friends? No, I’m shy. Do you sing songs in class? No. Does your teacher read books to you or the class? No, she doesn’t have books. We read books to ourself. Do you like school? No, it’s boring. Sweet. =)