Monthly Archives: January 2012

The random pile of stuff

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Amy

We spent a good portion of the day today at our friends’ the Spositos apartment.    The kids started out taking a Spanish class, and once they were settled with their teacher, Kristin (Mom Sposito) walked over to where I … Continue reading →

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The “R” word (that would be “Responsibility”)

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Amy

Why do people go to such great lengths to avoid responsibility?   Is it fear of being wrong?   I think it is.   Being Wrong is a cardinal sin in our culture, it seems.   Even though, being mostly … Continue reading →

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Snapshot of a well-balanced day

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Amy

It’s what we strive for, but don’t always achieve. When kids are young they require almost 100% of our attention, and balance is difficult.   At least it was for me.   Making a sandwich while holding an infant was … Continue reading →

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When in doubt, ask! (School brain will hate you for it.)

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Amy

I read a blog entry earlier today from Shannon Hayes, who posted about the decision she made to go from unschooling to using a curriculum for math and writing with her 8 year old daughter.   It was very thought … Continue reading →

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