Posts by squimp

DD is not like this, but one of her good friends is.  She loves fantasy, vampires, all kinds of scary stuff.  I agree it's an excitement-seeking thing.  I was like that as a kid.     My DD hates being...

We've done the spray-on colors like they have at Sally's and it worked well for my Pippi.  

DD has been wearing glasses since she turned 3.  I understand being a little sad about glasses, but I bet they will help her see better and that's the most important thing.  Our ped opth told us that with strabismus, it might...

Oh funny, she reminds me a lot of my DD.  I'm betting the teacher might know her well enough to get a chuckle from that statement.  She's definitely saying things that are true for her, but it might be good to talk with her...

You know, I wonder if there is a link between technology and the huge rise in obesity during the last 20 years in this country.  During that time, it has become the norm for every home to have a computer (or 2 or 3) or a TV in...

You know, I think what you did was fine and fair.  The little boy was not following your house rules and you sort of reverse grounded him.  I don't see anything wrong with that, honestly.  Maybe the only thing you could...

Honestly you sound like a superhero to me.  I think I would go to counseling for myself, just to deal with the feelings from such a traumatic experience.  Kids are so resilient, I bet you are more affected by it that she is....

I also debate whether it's worth replying.  But based on your DD's response I'd probably let her know something like "DD was upset that you hit her with a water balloon.  Did you notice that?  It hurt her very much and...

Could you hire a sitter for the times when you need to work?  I agree that a 5-year-old needs interaction.  

I agree - it will happen when they're ready.  I think my DD was almost 6.