Tag: school
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When the School You Love Isn’t the Right Fit
When we bought our home, one of my biggest requirements was that we stay in the area of our current elementary school. That choice also kept us zoned for the nearby middle and high schools, both with solid reputations. Our family has truly been fortunate to be part of such…
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This Is Why I Speak Up for My Son
Story time. Near the end of the last school year, I volunteered at an event at my boys’ school. I picked a time when I knew I’d see both of them participate. The way their faces light up when they spot me at school — that pure joy — it’s…
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Back to School: Part III
The boys had a great time learning the names of their second grade teachers at the Facts and Fees event! For Boy1, it felt a bit like a comeback tour. He eagerly darted from one familiar face to another, sharing his trademark hugs with everyone he met. Both boys were…
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Back to School: Part II
The second phase of our back-to-school preparations involved shopping for school supplies, and this year’s experience was surprisingly smooth and stress-free! Reflecting on past years, our first school supply shopping trip in November was quite the adventure. The boys had just been placed with us, and finding basic supplies like…
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Back to School: Part I
This year’s back-to-school season kicked off a bit earlier than usual for me. At the end of June, I took Boy1 and Boy2 shopping for new backpacks from Lands’ End. We initially set out for the usual novelty bags, but my sister suggested we check out the backpacks from Lands’…
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Ughhhhhhhhh
Do you ever have one of those days where everything seems to unravel all at once? It feels like one thing after another, and it’s enough to make you lose your mind. We’re currently trying to sell our home, but we haven’t had a single showing. The house we’ve fallen…
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From Zero to Mom to Special Needs Mom
Boy1 has been a delightful enigma since the day we first met him—truly a puzzle in the best possible way. His joy and positivity are nothing short of remarkable, especially considering his challenging history and obstacles. Although he is mostly nonverbal, he manages to engage in meaningful conversations with everyone…
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(Almost) Mom Fail: Whipped Cream Edition
I almost had a major mom fail. It was the morning of the last day of school before winter break, and everything seemed to be going flawlessly. We were out the door on time and not a minute late. That’s when I should have known something was off. Mornings never…
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too much, too little
I find it hard to turn down volunteer opportunities. Hubs and I feel truly blessed despite the challenges we’ve faced—infertility, cancer, joblessness, injuries, and financial struggles. We’ve experienced our share of difficulties, like many of us do, but through it all, we’ve been committed to giving back. Whether it’s through…
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