10 Things It's been another long week. We're still getting the hang of this school thing, plus we've added some activities in the mix and a cold/allergies for mommy. But instead of focusing on the frustration I'm feeling from having to take the kids to school AGAIN (Did I mention the bus missed our neighborhood again this morning?!) and missing my workout, I'm going to look … [Read more...]
Surviving Summer Schedules: Tips for Work and Play
Surviving Summer Schedules Summer is a time for relaxing, playing in the sun, and enjoying a much-needed break. But, it can also be about work, school, and getting things done. I'm using the summer to work on my blog and teach more dance classes, while my boys are all going to summer school and participating in activities like swim lessons and baseball. Of course we have to … [Read more...]
School Decisions for Twins: What Preschool Taught Us
School Decisions School decisions are hard for any parent. No matter what choices you make, you want to do what's best for your children. You want them to have the best learning experience in the right environment. When it comes to twins, those school decisions also include choosing to keep them in the same classroom or separating them. How do you decide? How do you know … [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...]
Kindergarten: How do you know if your child’s ready?
Kindergarten Making the decision about kindergarten for the twins has not been easy. We've gone back and forth with every scenario, talked it out with anyone who would listen, and finally made a decision for the Fall. Kindergarten is a huge milestone for kids, and it is going to be a giant adjustment for the twins. So, why did we have so much trouble deciding? What were the … [Read more...]