Posts by cyclemama

I have a parent-teacher conference coming up for my 5th grader. The teacher has encouraged the students to attend the conference with their parents. This is not a "share your work" kinda a conference, but rather just a regular...

I have three kids at an elementary school on our district's "alternate" calendar. The summer break is shortened to about 5 or 6 weeks, with the remaining time off scattered throughout the year. The kids love all the breaks...

Thank you for the replies. DH ended up taking the boys to the John Hancock building and then walking around Michigan Avenue. The boys said the top of the Hancock building was spectacular at night, and there was very little wait....

DH is taking our two boys (7yo and 9yo) abroad to visit relatives. Their evening flight into Chicago got canceled so they got moved to an afternoon flight. So they will now have a 10-hour layover in Chicago on a Saturday from 3 p.m. to...

Does anyone have any experience with the Groundswell CSA that has a Grand Rapids drop off point? Are the weekly shares big enough to split with a friend? Is there a good variety of vegetables other than greens? I'm interested in joining...

Quote: Originally Posted by eco_mama Oh you know what? I don't buy this for one second! I mean, seriously. He has never been in the bottom and was praised yet again, for his douchey theatrical performance, so why would...

Quote: Originally Posted by MichaelsSahm I completely disagree with everyone that says Adam is not genuine. Yes, I don't quite get it either. Could someone explain? Do you think he's lying when he says he...

Adam's singing was great. But he looked so stiff in that suit. He looked like he was purposefully restraining himself from any hand gestures or body movements. Even during the judges' comments, his face was so deadpan and subdued. He no...

I'm feeling rather sad for my DS, who is in first grade. For most of his life he has been best buddies with a little boy down the street who attends the same school. The buddy ("B") has recently become very enthusiastic about...

Could you suggest a "no-toy" rule? Maybe pitch it as being more educational. My kids' school has a no-toy rule, and my kids just love sharing day. I remember one day my 4 yo was so excited about a broken clock one of his...