Article Archive for August 2009
The H1N1 vaccine: What will you do?
With the latest H1N1 flu news from the Feds – as many as half of us could get sick this fall from the virus - my fellow parents and I have started a discussion: Will you …
Parenting lessons from my pug
Sometimes my trials as a mom come from my dog, not my kids.
Last night was a brilliant example.
My husband and I crashed into bed late and I stuck my hand under my pillow, only to …
Son's teacher offers insights I didn't see
Last week I had the chance – eh, hem – to talk to my son’s teachers, twice. Keep in mind, it was the second week of school. Last year, I had the same pleasure of …
Stephanie Nielson's story continues
A good friend posted a link on Facebook to a story that just had me smiling last night. Some readers may remember the story of Christian and Stephanie Nielson, the young parents formerly of Mesa who …
Time management: I still need lessons
Just a few days into our school year and I am at a crossroad.
Because of my work schedule, my son is enrolled in afterschool care. He attended last school year and he LOVES it. It is a …
What I want: Playtime and a carefree childhood for my kids
”I want to be a kid forever.”
“I want to be a grownup forever.”
Coming home from church on Sunday, something spurred these comments from my kids (I don’t remeber what!).
The first is from my 7-year-old son. …
School's in!
With ZERO hesitation, my son marched off to first grade today. Last night he packed his bag, picked out his outfit and went to sleep at a decent time.
But when we arrived this morning at …
Link fixed
Hi folks… I got comments that the link I posted Wednesday for the computer give-away was not working. I fixed it. Please take a look at the blog again!
Computer giveaway
Parents: Just in time for school to start, Nova Mesa Computer Systems in Phoenix is giving away netbook computers.
To enter, children in grades one through 12 can submit a 150-200 word essay that answers the …
Sleepover debate
The Tribune has posted a story about the preteen- and teen-ritual, sleepovers, going out the door.
Every parent can – and should – make decisions on how to parent.
Here’s my thoughts: My son – then 6 …
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