Posts by dbsam

Quote: Originally Posted by Momsteader  What grades are your kiddos? If you have younger kiddos who may use the books, you could pick up from the beginning, and adjust from there. My kids liked them, but found them...

Thank you for all he replies.  I've decided it is not really a problem, just the way their relationship is at this time. I did not want to force them to change, partly because in many ways it is nice.  I was just...

My children are finishing third grade at a Montessori school and we may be homeschooling next year.  I’ve read about the Life of Fred math series and am considering purchasing it.  On the website, they recommend any child...

This is a basic coleslaw recipe my dad made when I was growing up.   I loved it when I was little.  On really hot days, we used to have this coleslaw, sliced tomatoes and corn on the cob for dinner. I am going to try...

Quote: Originally Posted by Viola    Of course you don't think your kids are better--you just actually love them better than you do any other child. :D   That's true! I used to reply to the...

Quote: Originally Posted by moominmamma  Yeah, I'm not sure it's a specifically Scandinavian sentiment. I imagine a celebratory cake in a classroom for a departing student would be awkward here in my part of North...

Looks like the higher level books might be a motivator - even if short term.  I am trying to get the kids to school this morning...but they will not stop playing piano!

Quote: Originally Posted by nyssaneala   Can you afford a combined recorder and piano lesson? That might be a possibility, and having it with the same teacher might help reinvigorate the piano...

I live in the area. Feel free to PM me if you have questions.

My children had never had pop until recently.  But, now that they are in third grade, it is often served at birthday parties.  When they were younger I w/h given them water at the party, but now I figure they can have a...