The past two school years have proven to be extra challenging for some students. The classroom changes and distractions brought forth in 2020, many parents are noticing their kids have fallen a bit behind.
My kids were homeschooled last year,...
Ugggh..... Is it just me, or has this heat been BRUTAL lately? Every time my kiddos utter the "o-word" {you know - OUTSIDE!}, I cringe with desperation. During the daylight hours, I seriously sweat just looking out the window. And...
The school bell has rung and classes have been in session for quite some time now. We've seen homework and quizzes and tests - big and small. Now, it's the time that every student dreads :: Parent-Teacher Conference.
My kids...
"Stick and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me."
This old adage could not be further from the truth. My mom told me this. I used to tell my children this. Then I stopped because it...
The days are long but the years are short. How often do we as mothers hear this? How often does it run through our heads when we're in the throws of a temper tantrum, knee-deep in stale Cheerios, or...
The start of another school year often feels like the beginning of a New Year. We get all excited about fresh crayons and new backpacks and we resolve that this is the year we will be prepared for school...
A Sweet Gesture
One of the most touching memories from this past school year was of my son’s fourth grade teacher at our front door, masked and holding a bag containing an end-of-the year gift. The kids had been logging...
People keep mentioning how short the season between Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day is this year, and as we check day after day off the calendar, I might just agree. After traveling 'home' to Louisiana for a Thanksgiving with...
While we start to think about where we might be considering possibly sending Addy to Pre-K {can you tell I'm not ready?}, I actually find myself thinking about her going to college more. Way more. Like how much is...
School’s out and temps are rising! Pulling your hair out yet? Have no fear… Our 2016 Hoppin’ Around H-Town Summer Play Date Series is here! Phew. Oh, and we even have your summer uniform planned with some ADORABLE matching...
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Family-Friendly Things to do in Houston this Weekend (April 26-28)
April brings forth sunny weather, outdoor activities, and unfortunately for some, bouts of illness and injury. In addition to allergies and sinus infections, respiratory...
