When I was seven years old, I saw the Disney version of Cinderella and the inner princess in me was born. I loved the sewing and singing mice, and the fairy godmother who turns rags into a beautiful gown and a pumpkin into a coach pulled by six white horses. I couldn't resist Cinderella meeting her handsome prince and living happily ever after.As I got older, I didn't buy … [Read more...]
Student of the Week
Last week I had the pleasure of reading to my daughter Lizzy's class, a group of "typical" school children. I say typical because Lizzy splits her day between two classrooms. Part of the day is in Mrs. O's second grade, and the remainder is in a small group of five other children with special needs.I appreciate it any time I take part in one of my children's school events. … [Read more...]
Losing Barbie, Finding My Princess
Each time I open one of my kid’s lunch bags, I feel like a TV executive receiving the previous night’s ratings. The goldfish are gone—yea, we have a hit. The popcorn looked like a sure-fire winner. Yet it was not touched. Pull it. I am ruthless. I can’t waste time and money on a snack that doesn’t score.As a mom, I have to make quick decisions every day. Many are no more … [Read more...]
