Posts by *Lisa*

I dyed some silks about 7 or 8 years ago for my DD, and now I'm trying to make another batch for my niece.  When I did my DD's set, I recall using only the microwave to dye them (and it was super easy).  I've found a...

I think that learning in a classroom is much different from learning at home.  In a school, the teacher has to make a curriculum (likely determined by somebody else) relevant and interesting to the kids.  At home, it's easier...

It sounds like the assistantship would be a better move for the long term.  I think I would take it if I were in your position.

I think it's okay.  Here's a source I found when I was wondering the same thing: http://www.sciencenews.org/view/generic/id/7301/title/Reevaluating_Eggs_Cholesterol_Risks

I don't know... It sounds like it might be easier, in some ways.  When you live 1500 miles away, any visits have to be several days long (I assume).  If you're 30 minutes away, you can get together for a meal or something...

Thanks for posting this!  My 8 year old has almost finished the Warriors series, and she's going to need something new very, very soon.  These sound like they might be great for her!

Definitely a deferrer...and that's why I'm posting here instead of getting anything useful accomplished.

I really like the bin idea...  Even if we had three bins out at a time, it would significantly cut down on the amount of crap that might end up lying on the floor.  Now I just need to clear out closet space so I can put all...

Thanks!  This is all really helpful :) 

How many do you have out at once?  Do you have certain toys that are out all the time?  How often do you rotate?   I think that rotating toys might be really helpful around here, but I'm not sure where to start...