We woke this morning to a light dusting of snow on the ground and rain pattering on the roof. The radio reported a mixture of snow, ice, and rain for the remainder of the day and a host of school closings. Upon hearing this, Connor, our 7-year-old, looks at me and sleepily asks, “Are you…
The boys had a friend over today. When the conversation turned to school, here’s what was overheard: Christian (the friend): Ryan, what grade are you in? Ryan: Fourth. Connor: I’m in first. Christian: I’m in fifth (with a big grin, because he’s in second). Connor: I’m in sixth. Christian: Eighth. Connor: College. Christian: College. That’s…
Ryan has been waking up early, too early, and staying up late, too late,… and today it caught up with him. He was cranky and tired all morning and into the afternoon. When I had had enough, I suggested he actually nap during quiet time today. He didn’t argue – a clear sign that he…
Last year for Christmas, the boys received a singing, dancing Irish Santa. They loved it at once, but Patrick and I were unsure about the beer in Santa’s hand. Did an imbibing Santa send an inappropriate message to the boys? For a year we worried and discussed… should Santa find a new home? Could I…
Irony: a. An expression or utterance marked by a deliberate contrast between apparent and intended meaning. b. Incongruity between what might be expected and what actually occurs. c. An occurrence, result, or circumstance notable for such incongruity. Three girls are floating on a raft in our neighborhood pool; they are visiting their Grandparents for…
Tonight was Store Night at AWANA. This quarterly event is set up to enable the children to spend their hard earned “AWANA Shares” or “AWANA Bucks” on a variety of fun prizes, such as stuffed animals, footballs, games, and craft kits. Store Night is always a bit hectic, but the truly dedicated children still manage…