Laboring Strides

by Denise // 8 September, 2009 // Comments off

The three-day holiday weekend provided an extra day of working hard with my new Strider friends. On Saturday, Tiffany and I met the Striders and attempted 6 miles again this week, however, with too many weeks off between our 6... Continue reading →

A Colorful Start

by Denise // 31 August, 2009 // Comments off

I’m proud mama this week. My 7 y.o. started second grade at a new school and my 4 y.o. began her first week at preschool. Both girls had a wonderful week and I couldn’t be happier. It’s going to be... Continue reading →

Ready…Set…Learn!

by Denise // 26 August, 2009 // Comments off

When I dropped Emmalynn off for her first day of preschool, I knew she was in good hands with her teachers, especially since I provided a peace offering. But honestly, this preschool just feels like a second-home. ... Continue reading →

The Peace Offering

by Denise // 26 August, 2009 // Comments off

When Emmalynn and I met her preschool teacher the other day, we presented Miss Sharon a gift: a bottle of Mad Housewife Chardonnay. With the wine, I warned Miss Sharon that Emmalynn is nothing like Allana (who she taught 3 years ago). I... Continue reading →

Not Another Brick in the Wall

by Denise // 25 August, 2009 // Comments off

As a former teacher, I had grave concerns about some of the policies at my oldest daughter’s school. Despite what is outlined on the school district’s website regarding continuous progress, some schools in the district seem to be moving away... Continue reading →

Musical Monday: ABC

by Denise // 24 August, 2009 // Comments off

The summer has just flown by! My 7 y.o. starts second grade at a new school today and my 4 y.o. starts her first day of preschool on Wednesday. Although I am very nervous about all the big changes happening... Continue reading →

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