Parenting | Writing

Kids Journal Entries

I love that my daughter’s teacher encourages her and the class to write and practice letters in journals.  It may only be Kindergarten but the instructor recognizes the importance of writing. The teacher doesn’t worry about the kids’ spelling at this age.  Why? Because some of the kids have no clue how to spell; in …

Parenting

Volunteer Failure

My oldest daughter is in Kindergarten.  Her school recently had a spring carnival to raise money.  As usual with any PTA and school event, the flyers, notices and even phone calls came home. Volunteer your time!  Donate goods for our theme!  Purchase your tickets early! I will not pretend that I enjoy these things.  They …

Parenting

Conversations with my Kids: “Crazy”

I’m going to share funny things my children say from time to time here.  Why? 1. Because they really are hilarious, and 2. So I won’t forget them and what they’re like at their current age. ———————————————————————————– Conversations with my Kids: “Crazy” I asked my six-year old to clean up her room and the room …

Parenting

Boobies, Magic Toilets and Womanhood

Below is a piece I submitted for the 2014 Erma Bombeck Writing Competition.  I have been told by several people that my writing style is very similar to Erma’s.  I consider that a huge compliment as I believe she was a very gifted writer.  Also, I lived in Dayton, Ohio for a few years just …