He’s A Big Boy Now

I just returned home from dropping Noah at his first day of Mom's Day Out.  He'll go on Monday's and Thursday's from 9am-1pm.  I know.  That's what I am thinking...4 whole hours with only a baby who will sleep for at least an hour or so of that.  I know...even better.  Noah will nap for … Continue reading He’s A Big Boy Now

I Should Not Be Allowed To Navigate–Ever

Well almost never.  Sometimes I do an OK job, other times it's quite comical.  This weekend provided two examples of my poor navigational skills.  I have no sense of direction and never really have.  This is not new and I am quite use to not exactly knowing where I am or where I am going … Continue reading I Should Not Be Allowed To Navigate–Ever

37

Today I turned 37.  I am not exactly sure how I feel about that--I am certainly happy to be alive. But 37 is so much closer to 40.  I never use to worry about getting old.  I actually welcomed each birthday and was happy to creep up in age.  But last year, turning 36 really … Continue reading 37

Let The Games Begin

I am sure many of you are aware that McCain has chosen his running mate.  How many are surprised it's a woman with virtually no political experience-aself-declared "hockey mom".  I am not surprised that the GOP thinks it can win Hillary supporters by selecting a woman.  I don't know much about Mrs. Palin from Alaska, … Continue reading Let The Games Begin

One Size–Many Problems

So here I am back in academic/teacher mode.  I am not teaching this semester but I am studenting this semester and every semester for the next 5-6 years as I complete (or attempt to complete) my PhD.  I am taking a secondary curriculum course--where we will examine curriculums and learn what makes a good one.  … Continue reading One Size–Many Problems