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Yesterday was my 40th birthday.  I don’t really want to be 40, but it has happened nonetheless. The day began by taking the Dudes to the orthodontist.  Leading up to the appointment, I beg and plead with them to PLEASE … Continue reading →

This weekend, LD turned 13.  So, we have kids ranging in the ages of 13, 14, 17, and 18.  And it is just as easy as it sounds. On his sixth birthday, he requested this fun Kit Kat cake. And … Continue reading →

Happy summer days are upon us, my friends. Days where I can pull weeds in my jammies and not wake the starving boys up until after 8am.  Days where my gas tank remains full and my kitchen a complete and … Continue reading →

Having teens is super entertaining, especially as you watch them try to learn how to adult. Kate was on the phone.  She was asked her name.  She replied, “Kate.” Salesman:  Can you spell that for me? Kate:  Sure!  K as … Continue reading →

This gem sat posted on my fridge for a couple of weeks. David, HD, and Hadley made no comment about it.  Sadly.  And can we not all admit the spider web illustration is worthy of note? Kate, full of sass … Continue reading →

At the beginning of each school year, I work hard to build relationships with my students and their families, just like every other teacher I have ever known.  And all year long, I work on building and maintaining that trust … Continue reading →

Taylor?  What’s it like trying to get a 14 year old boy up on the weekend to do some chores for his Pa? Well.  You plead with him to wake up 4.2 billion times.  He finally does.  He makes it … Continue reading →

We went camping this weekend, and on our way (you might want to sit down for this)-we had a blowout. First of all, we had quite the load. Me:  David, this feels like it is all a bit much. David:  … Continue reading →