I don't give my hubby enough credit for all the things he does. I should--as he does a lot of the family work these days. Two-three days a week I leave for work usually before the kids get up. Hubs gets them up, fed, dressed and out the door to school and daycare on time--all … Continue reading Role Reversal Of Sorts
And Out Of Nowhere It Hits
Adoption is part of our life. A huge part and talking about it is also part of our life. I have been too busy to pay much attention to what is going on in Haiti. I am not oblivious but without radio/npr in my car, I don't get much news in my life--as well life … Continue reading And Out Of Nowhere It Hits
When Words Fail To Come
I have had this window open for over an hour and I just don't know exactly what to write. Things are crazy at Che Finley, as the new semester has started and is underway. School is good and things are progressing. I am so ready to be done, but can't think about that now as … Continue reading When Words Fail To Come
The Curse Of Popularity
Certainly not my popularity. No, Noah is the cursed one. He is by far one of the most sought after kids in his class to play with/be with. Please do not mistake this for parental bragging. Being popular can be very isolating. As some of the kids are forming these bonds with one or two … Continue reading The Curse Of Popularity
A Tale Of Two Bullies And Growth
Who thought with a kid in private pre-school, I'd have to be dealing with bullies. But in these tough economic times, Noah's class has two. Dad wants him to tell the bullies "no" when they hit/kick him and if they continue then he should hit them back. I am not a fan of this and … Continue reading A Tale Of Two Bullies And Growth