Virtual learning is coming to an end! To say it's been difficult would be an understatement. Virtual learning is definitely not the same as homeschooling. When you take something new and unplanned, then combine it with an already emotional situation (like a global pandemic!) we weren't exactly set up for success. However, I'm proud that we kept pushing through, and we've … [Read more...]
First Fridays: Summer has Started
First Fridays And just like that, summer vacation has started! With all three boys home, things are probably going to be a little crazy around here. I'm not sure what that means for the blog, but I do know that I'm going to try to post every Friday. I'm going to call it "First Fridays" and highlight "firsts" that we have done this summer. All good stuff to keep us motivated … [Read more...]
September Goals with an August Rewind
September Goals September is one of my favorite months. It's my birthday this month, so that's reason enough. But, there's other stuff too! I've always loved the start of school, the beginning of Fall, and the cooler temperatures that usually start in September. I'm going to make sure my September goals are some great ones this year! Even though I'm not headed back to … [Read more...]
Countdowns and How to stop Meltdowns
Countdowns There are just so many countdowns going on right now. We're less than a week from the twins' Nicuversary, a couple of weeks until my birthday vacation, plus it will be back-to-school in no time at all. I'm also going to be teaching an additional couple dance classes this Fall, which I'm excited about. Did I mention that we have to fit potty training, dental … [Read more...]
School Days Ahead
School Days Summer school has ended for Mr. B, and with that ending, it brings us to the beginning of actual school days. I registered Mr. B last night, and I got the twins' preschool letter too. I'm going to have a first grader! And (potty training pending) 2 preschoolers! Yikes! How did this happen? Not only has this summer went by at lightening speed, but it seems … [Read more...]