Confessions of Craft Anxiety
I have issues. Mainly with craft projects. And it became abundantly clear to me at Sophie’s Back to School Night. So there we were – Bryan and me – sitting at the little preschool table and chairs...
View ArticleOver the Rainbow to Sophie’s 3rd Birthday
My sweet Sophie turned 3-years-old today. She (physically) came into this world at 8:49 a.m. on November 9, 2007. Sophie was not budging after 24 hours of induced labor. So the doctor went in and...
View ArticlePurim Fun (aka March Madness)
Today brought the Jewish holiday of Purim — a kid-friendly religious holiday filled with Hamentashen cookies, dress-up, noisemakers and parties. The activities surrounding Purim are not unlike...
View ArticleDo YOU Know What a Javelina Is?
Chances are that unless you live in the Arizona desert, you will answer “no” to the question above. I had no idea there was such thing as a javelina until just recently. And of course, I have Sophie to...
View ArticleThe First Day of School (2011)
Sophie has come a long way since her first day of preschool last September. She’s nearly 4-years-old. She is quite a bit taller and her baby cheeks are smaller. She now has short hair and a “big girl”...
View ArticleWordless Wednesday: Snow Day in San Diego
It was “snowing” at Sophie’s preschool, complete with 75-degree weather. Only in Southern California!
View ArticleThe Popular Girl
When I was in kindergarten, there was a girl in my class that everyone loved. Audrey, was her name. She was nice, cute and friendly to all. Everyday people asked her to come over to their house for a...
View ArticleBack to School for Sophie
Today was Sophie’s first day of school, but this time as a Junior Kindergartener! She’s at the same preschool. But Junior-K means longer days, more structure and independent work. This will be a great...
View ArticleHanukkah Happenings
A few photos from the first few days of the Festival of Lights … Sophie’s preschool Hanukkah show (she’s in the back row with the polka dot dress) … The family photo (coming soon to a holiday card near...
View ArticleSophie’s First Day of School
Photo: Google Images Today was Sophie’s first day of preschool! Sometimes I can’t believe I have a little daughter, let alone one that just started full-time preschool. Being a parent really gives new...
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