Kindness. Its other monikers might be Grace. Benevolence. Selflessness. Friendliness. Compassion. We teach Kindness to our children through lectures and rants and reactive examples that stem from plugging up a playdate gone bad. There are tomes about how to talk to … [Read more...] about A Culture of Kindness
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Snowball – 5:00 Fridays
Hell must be freezing over in pockets east of I-95 right about now. You see, it snowed here in North Carolina. Twice. In December. That's unheard of, people. We had a snow day today. No school! Now before you go all Norman Rockwell on me with your oohs and aahs … [Read more...] about Snowball – 5:00 Fridays
Touchdown! – Wordless Wednesday
Bandtini – 5:00 Fridays
I've never been one to buy gift wrap and scented candles and popcorn and whatnots to support every kid who comes knocking on my door. I think it's abominable to make little kids do that. Furthermore, it's shameful to tie sales to "winning" prizes. Let's be honest, the so called … [Read more...] about Bandtini – 5:00 Fridays
Cagey – Wordless Wednesday
Soul Warming Spicy Hot Chocolate – 5:00 Fridays
It's been a frosty week here, and we are ending it with an ice storm. The neighborhood was a veritable skating rink when we walked the dog this afternoon. There are icicles hanging from the patio table umbrella, and my Southern sons are fascinated by them. Their … [Read more...] about Soul Warming Spicy Hot Chocolate – 5:00 Fridays
