Posts by VisionaryMom

My mother and step-father got rid of every picture of me when I left home because they didn't agree with some of the things I did, and it pretty much cemented for me that they didn't want me in their lives. I think my mom regrets it...

Quote: Originally Posted by whatsnextmom    I don't know about your area but ours NEVER entertained non-life threatening allergies and not because of other kids with whatever claims.... because it's too...

Your longer explanation really just makes it seem like you maybe don't want your son in the after-school program at all, which I think is reasonable. My family's experience with homework is nothing like yours. My husband and I both...

Quote: It really should not be a MUST DO IT THIS WAY for homework. Different families- different preferences. Well, to be fair, it's not. They could opt out. The OP could tell her child that she disagrees and doesn't want...

I completely left my field and pursued another degree in an entirely different field. It's not the exact same situation but a similar dilemma. I stick to the rule never to mention my children when applying or interviewing. I had the...

We buy them although I have the same reservations that others have stated. We also live in a larger place with more movement of kids in and out of school than I experienced, though, so it may be fun for my kids to have the...

Quote: Originally Posted by mammal_mama    Well, I'm the mother of two girls, age 12 and age 7, and both continued imaginary play well beyond the age of three. My 7-year-old still immerses herself...

Quote: I don't really know what the proper language is, the principal was looking for something for the teachers to be able to explain so that all the kids could  relate to the idea. He mentioned "pretend" which I...

I would pick what bothered me the most. As an adult, I HATE it when children try to get in my lap, and the parents are really nonchalant about it. It's rude...even if you're 5. You don't touch and sit on people without their express...

Quote: Originally Posted by meemee  with teen pregnancy my personal gripe is that it is always coloured with a black hue, downfall of the mom, ruined life. is teen pregnancy really that bad.  Yes. I suppose...