by Amy LeForge | Mar 30, 2018 | Adolescence
Sooooo, I got up early this morning, as is my practice these days. (I have to tutor kids earrrrrrrly every morning). And as usual, the light above the stove was on. Again. I have TOLD the boys over and over and OVER that I want all lights turned off every night. I...
by Amy LeForge | Sep 9, 2015 | Thoughts from Amy
Heroes, today is an auspicious day. After 17 years of having children at home with me, 12 of which I was responsible for their schooling, I sent the younger two off to 8th grade at the local middle school this morning. I’ve already been asked how I feel about...
by Amy LeForge | Jun 2, 2014 | Adolescence, Thoughts from Amy
Okay, Heroes. If you’ve looked at posts on this blog from waaaaay back when I began it (7 years ago this week!) you’ll find that I wrote all of them and that they center around one topic: the boys. When the older ones hit their teen years I started...
by Brionna Kennedy | Apr 27, 2014 | Adolescence, Tween
The idea of allowing your children to stay home alone can cause you to be anxiety ridden, but there are considerations to make and suggestions to take to make the experience smooth for everyone involved. As you make your decision, remember that 12 is the rule of thumb...
by Brionna Kennedy | Nov 15, 2013 | Adolescence
Obtaining your driver’s license is a step that is necessary in order to easily get around. In the busy world we live in today, relying on taxi service and other expensive modes of transportation is unreasonable. There are five simple tips to employ to help you...