Everything I need to know, I learned in elementary school

Yesterday was the last day of school.  It’s hard to believe it’s been 9 months since Trey and Crisana met their teachers for the first time.  Or 9 months since we took those brand-new crayons or unopened boxes of notebook paper into their new classrooms.  Or 9 months since the first day of school, where… Continue reading Everything I need to know, I learned in elementary school

“M” is for the Many Things She Gave Me…

It’s Mother’s Day, that day when children have the opportunity to tell their mothers just how special they are.  My children have never disappointed me on Mother’s Day, and this year was no exception. I received wonderful gifts and cards with heartfelt sentiments which I will treasure.  But of course my favorites by far are… Continue reading “M” is for the Many Things She Gave Me…

Threads of Gratitude: Canvas Stretcher Edition

Last week, I had the opportunity to go to the Nasher Sculpture Garden with my mom and my children.  I’ll let that sink in for a minute: I went to an art museum.  Willingly.  And dare I say I even enjoyed it?  And this time I managed NOT to ask questions like “These are all… Continue reading Threads of Gratitude: Canvas Stretcher Edition

Lessons on Forgiveness

Oh boy, did I ever blow it.  Totally screwed up.  Messed up big time.  In a word: FAIL.  And I’m completely sick over it.  Tied up in knots.  Lump-in-the-throat and tears-in-the-eyes. Usually, the admitting part is not difficult for me.  I make mistakes constantly.  All.  The.  Time.  I’m forever forgetting things, mixing dates and times… Continue reading Lessons on Forgiveness

And a child shall lead them…

Today I had the most interesting discussion with my 6-year-old daughter on the way to church.  It went something like this: Crisana: Mom, who wrote the book of Matthew? Me: Jesus’ disciple, Matthew. Crisana: Wow….(pauses for a moment to collect her thoughts and do some more “research”)…Luke wrote Luke and he was a doctor! Me:… Continue reading And a child shall lead them…

The Journey Begins

Well here it is.  The day my children have alternately dreaded and anticipated all summer long.  The day I’ve been so anxious about for the past few weeks.  The day circled in red on our calendar. The first day of school. And while I can hardly believe Trey is beginning his next-to-last year of elementary… Continue reading The Journey Begins

Meet the Teacher!

Well the moment of truth has arrived…last night was Meet the Teacher Night at McGowen!  We finally learned who the victims …er…lucky leaders are! We actually knew who Crisana’s teacher would be because we received a phone call from her earlier in the week, reminding us of the upcoming Meet the Teacher and supply drop-off… Continue reading Meet the Teacher!