Grandparents–What Do Kids Think

My bonus mom sent me this email today and I thought it was pretty funny.   Enjoy--I felt a little sad when I read the one about TV and them being the only adults that like kids.  Poor kid.  WHAT IS A GRANDPARENT? (Taken from papers written by a class of 8-year-olds) Grandparents are a lady … Continue reading Grandparents–What Do Kids Think

Thirteen Days

Well, we are thirteen days into 2009 and I have worked out/exercised every day.  My goal is to exercise/work out every day this year.  I am determined to get to a place where I am comfortable with my body and more energetic and fit.  It has been a great 13 days.  I feel awesome.  I … Continue reading Thirteen Days

Taking Stock

Making a decision about schooling for my children has forced hubby and I to think about our priorities and what is really important to us.  Private school is a huge expense and will require us to live a simpler life.  We live pretty simply now, but it takes off the table the possibility of moving … Continue reading Taking Stock

An Addendum

Okay, so I have to admit my hubby has a point.  Private school is expensive.  Even with financial aid that we will probably get this year, it will be expensive.  I do have to add that daycare will also be expensive.  I then have to admit that the possibility of getting financial aid for Noah's second … Continue reading An Addendum

Back To The Drawing Board

In terms of choosing a school for the kids.  Hubby doesn't feel like we fit in at my choice of school and I don't know if it has something to do with the people, his lack of desire for being social, or the financial sacrifices it would entail.  I am a bit devestated and am … Continue reading Back To The Drawing Board