Today was the day. The day to rake the leaves. My husband has this theory that you should wait for all of the leaves to fall off the trees before raking. I think that's his sneaky way to get out of raking. So, of course, there comes a point where I don't want to wade … Continue reading The Leaves Hate Me or It’s Alright Not to be Perfect
Author: Jen Kehl
and just when you thought you were done dealing with the sensory stuff….
So, I often tell people who I started this blog as a way to help parents deal with the many health issues that children deal with and seem to come along with, sensory processing disorder. When they ask me about my son I say, "Well we are pretty much past it now, we caught it … Continue reading and just when you thought you were done dealing with the sensory stuff….
Is he knitting yet?
Nope. He's not knitting, he's not reading either. I started to think about these things on my drive home from dog training class tonight. The conversation was sparked when I mentioned Isaiah didn't read, he's 7. I explained that we were following the Waldorf ideals in our homeschooling and someone else piped in, "well is … Continue reading Is he knitting yet?
Making the tough decisions; or Mr Rogers, Shooting Galleries and Carousels
Sometimes you have to make tough decisions. Sometimes that means breaking your child's heart to do the right thing for them. Today was my day. My day to watch my child cry over a change in plans. A change that had to be orchestrated just right, because he would not understand the reason we did … Continue reading Making the tough decisions; or Mr Rogers, Shooting Galleries and Carousels
I know I should delete these but I can’t
This photo album was inspired by Kate from Picklebums and her Real Life Wednesday post. Here are my real life photos, that I just can't delete 🙂 I know you've got them too! Eyes Closed What's that? Look at this Icky rash Blurry Dog Angry Face What's his deal? Yogurt Mash Eye's Closed, What's That?, … Continue reading I know I should delete these but I can’t
Messy Mondays, It’s all happening at the Zoo
I can't help it. I love the idea of a blog hop, or just people getting to share their moments. This was a precious moment for me. The zoo. The instructions were "Paint your face like a zoo animal". The result was "I'm a tiger, no a panda, no a giraffe." "NO, I'm a tiger … Continue reading Messy Mondays, It’s all happening at the Zoo
Taping the house down
A moment from the past. My dear sweet boy. I miss him, yet I have him. I smile with longing the same way I dream of his future. He was 4, now he's 7. A funny moment from one of my new favorite person's blog made me realize I had never shared this moment. Well, … Continue reading Taping the house down
In case you’re wondering if dogs like wool
I thought I was relaxing. I deserve to relax, and it was nice. For the past week, I have been watching my beautiful niece Josie, as well as attempting to home school Isaiah in his 4th week of first grade. It was tough in the beginning. OK, more like grueling. But It was OK and … Continue reading In case you’re wondering if dogs like wool
Pockets Acorns Rocks and Leaves
Does anyone else have pockets (or purses) filled with acorns, rocks and leaves? Mine are. The leaves don't usually make it. It's often a day or two before I discover them and move them to their new home, the nature table. As I emptied my pockets today, I had a moment. Being true to what … Continue reading Pockets Acorns Rocks and Leaves
Peaceful Living with Your Super Seven-Year-Old
Posted on April 19, 2009 by Carrie on The Parenting Passageway This post meant so much to me! During a time where I am not completely sure whether it's me, my son, or nature, it sure helps to hear it from someone who's been through it and has a background in development! The seven-year-old … Continue reading Peaceful Living with Your Super Seven-Year-Old
Jen Kehl 