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Montessori Advice: Packing Lunches
Despite the fact (or maybe because of the fact?) that Henry has been involved in the kitchen from a very young age, he doesn’t enjoy helping in the kitchen. Sure, he’ll jump on the bandwagon if we’re making something like brownies, but he really doesn’t want to be involved in the day-to-day: dishes, setting the table, helping with dinner, etc.However, I want him to contribute to our household and our family as much as possible. I want him to understand that each person has a role to play in helping our household run.I returned to the handbook from a private Montessori school for guidance. Here’s what it says… Read More -
Want to Be Neighbors?
I’m serious about this one!
There’s a two-story house going up next store. It’s on an acre of land that backs up to a beautiful creek. It’s near three major thoroughfares, so it’s easy to get around town. It’s two miles away from the city’s only free public Montessori school (serving infants through 8th grade).
We could build a gate between our yards and share a pool. I’m also happy to share the garden beds in our front yard.
E-mail me if you are interested!
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Is the Vasectomy Working?
The answer is yes. And the answer to this question: “Did you really make your husband go to the doctor to check to make sure his vasectomy is working?” is also yes.I hear stories about people who accidentally have third children, even though their husbands have had vasectomies. I didn’t want that to be us.It’s hard. On the one hand, I can absolutely understand why someone would want a third child. The truth is, when I’m 60, I’m sure I would love having three adult children. I love the idea of more personalities and more variety in our family. But that path from 39 to 60 would not… Read More
