"Who opened the maple syrup?" Long silence as both children pretend to be hard of hearing. I snag Wallace as he cruises through the kitchen, kneel down and look into his eyes (as all those experts recommend), "Wallace, please tell me what happened to the maple syrup." More silence coupled with darting brown eyes. I … Continue reading From the Parenting Archives
Wallace
When You Get Your Answer…
A few weeks ago I wrote about having Wallace tested for a whole slew of behavioral and learning differences/disabilities. This has dragged on longer because of Hurricane Matthew, so I'm meeting with the psychologist this afternoon. I am a hot anxious disaster right now. I've been listening to Violent Femmes on repeat for the past … Continue reading When You Get Your Answer…
Reading, ADHD, Wallace, and Testing Part 2
This is a continuation of my last post. It will make more sense if you check out Reading, Wallace, ADHD, and Testing first. ***** I have suspected that Gil has dyslexia for some time now. He's never confirmed it, and though I've had numerous conversations on the subject with his mom and other family … Continue reading Reading, ADHD, Wallace, and Testing Part 2
Reading, ADHD, Wallace, and Testing
I'm still trying to wrap my head around a lot that happened last week, but I'll start with this: We had Wallace evaluated for dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning issues last week. Something is going on, but it's not clearcut. He started second grade this year and for the third year I got the same … Continue reading Reading, ADHD, Wallace, and Testing
Summer in Review – Part 1
I have 12+ posts hanging out in my drafts folder that I'm not even feeling remotely inspired to complete at the moment. I also desperately need to write. I need to put words on paper like a cranky child needs a protein snack and a two-hour nap. And for those non-parents reading...that is dire. So … Continue reading Summer in Review – Part 1
Post-Holiday Funk
I feel strongly that I should warn you about the nature of this post. It's a whiney, first-world rant of the largest degree. Move forward at your own risk. I'm in a bitch of a mood. It started at 6:30 this morning when Wallace jumped on Pier's head. Piers slept in my room last night … Continue reading Post-Holiday Funk
In Case You’ve Ever Been Curious About Feline Genitalia…
Wallace: "Mom, are cat balls also called testicles?" Me: "Hmmm...that's a great question, Wal." I'm a pro at buying myself time. "I'm not sure, but I assume they are." For the moment, I'm regretting being so forthcoming with my children about sex and body parts. My goal was to normalize bodies and explain things in … Continue reading In Case You’ve Ever Been Curious About Feline Genitalia…
What’s Going Well Wednesday
It's busy around here, y'all, so this will be brief. The kids and I went to our local water park yesterday around 4, but they closed early due to a problem with their weather detecting system. We were hot and irritable but decided to stop at the nearby playground anyway. I'm glad we did. I … Continue reading What’s Going Well Wednesday
Balancing Mama-Care with Other-Care — Part 1
I was commiserating with a friend earlier about the struggle with the time change and how our kids just seemed off this week. Upon further reflection, I realized the part about my kids isn't all of the problem. Yes, bedtime has been more difficult than usual because they can't fall asleep. Mornings feel like war, and … Continue reading Balancing Mama-Care with Other-Care — Part 1
Of Course You Can Always Be a Superhero
I began this morning excited about hunkering down once the kids were off to school and working on the numerous writing projects that I have in my head. My excitement quickly faded once I realized that a two-year-old's attention span is better developed than mine. So what did I decide to do? You're looking at … Continue reading Of Course You Can Always Be a Superhero
Grief Happens 