Posts by karne

At this point, I've learned to listen during the p/t conferences.  I take it as a time to take in what the teacher wants to let me know about how the year is going.  If I have a specific issue that I feel needs more i depth...

Gift certificate to the local, indy, book store/cafe.  It always seems to be appreciated.

Yes, we've definitely felt that way.  I think that the age your dd is at now is one that is very hard--time, intervention and maturity are amazing, but you aren't there yet.  At that age I remember the angst and confusion....

I watched part of Elegant Universe last night, and it was really fascinating.  My husband said both of our kids have enjoyed it.  I wonder if the book is as accessible as the show is?  Seems like it would be a great gift...

So, if you unsubscribe to getting e-mails, does that include notifications of forum posts?  I don't mind those.  I do however, feel annoyed about being asked to "symbolically adopt" a polar bear.

Our most recent bra shopping trip found us at a fancy underwear store where dd was properly measured, and there were many different options.  She's graduated from the Justice line of underwear, so it was time to find somewhere...

My only advice is that, IME, it's helpful to seek support.  I think, so often, moms of kids with issues, any issues, become used to being the problem solvers, the advocates, the strong ones.  It can be hard to be on the other...

Lots of girls are more comfortable in lined or lightly padded bras.  There's definitely elements of comfort and personal modesty that come into play.  Why don't you buy a variety of bras/camis/sports bras, and let your dd use...

If you're thinking about private school, be sure to check on their enrollment age standards.  Several of the private schools in our area have earlier cut off dates than the public school, and often prefer that the students are...

OP, the fine line you're walking here is debating whether the behavior is as serious as it really is, and debating whether to "force" treatment, when the reality is that your dd's behavior is putting her in a place of great...