I'm not sure if goggles will fit over glasses (it's been years since I've skied), but sunglasses are fine unless it will be snowing while he skis. I used my goggles when it was really cold or if it was snowing; all other times, I usually wore my sunglasses. Hope he has fun!

Thank you!

My 9 yo will be 10 in April, and I've been seeing glimpses of all this for a couple of months. It's not looking pretty.

My heart hurts for you, Bethany. I wish there was an easier way, but every moment you have is a blessing even if it is hard to be a part of at the time. Prayers are still being said. You are such an amazing daughter. Imagine dying & knowing you are so loved. I am sure it brings him much joy just having you there even if he is struggling. Many, many hugs.

Like Minivan Mom, I schedule the core subjects for the morning, and then if it's time for quiet time, I don't feel guilty if I'm pushing certain subjects back. Sometimes, ds1 will do assigned history or science reading in his room as well as his independent reading (or in lieu of), so the subjects still get done on those days. I have to have quiet time daily in order to regroup and stay level, and so does my oldest son. He is a tried & true introvert, so he needs it to recharge and make it through the day with his extroverted brother.

Yes. They probably won't need longer than 6 hours though if they are small.

praying!

Congratulations!!!!

OP, thank you for opening this thread since I was coming to ask about Cogmed as well. The cost is so high, and I'll admit I'm skeptical about it. Thank you to those who responded with other suggestions.

Praying!!! :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug:

Same here. Lego Ninjago and Lego Star Wars are his favorites.

No matter how many children you have, losing a baby is painful. I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you as you grieve. :grouphug:

Thank you, WVNA!

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Prayers are with you and Lara. :grouphug:

I am revamping everything right now, trying to get to more of an interest-led place. I think that will be so beneficial to my son, but I am so afraid of it. What if I miss something & create gaps? But then my brain logically says that if I focus on the 3 R's, then everything is is going to fall into place. I'm just a schedule follower, and I love the 4yr sequence of history/science. Like FairProspects said, it's a matter of bravery for me. I know that sounds silly, and it would make some parents cringe, but I would love for school to have a more organic flow & because of ds's personality, I think our days would be less stressful.

I can't seem to find this with the new search engine, so I apologize for a redundant question. I managed to pick up Paragraph Town yesterday at my local hs store for a great price. I'm not sure if I should start it with ds though since we haven't done Island. He's in 4th, is currently working through EIW4, and has done WWE3 until this year. Grammar has been FLL and R&S. He can write a good sentence and is still working on paragraph skills. From what I can gather, Island really helps with the construction of strong sentences and helps the writer analyze what makes a sentence as such. I'm wondering if skipping this and moving straight to paragraphs will create a gap? Or could I just fill it in on my own within the context of learning about paragraphs? Or should I just run through Island quickly with ds? Money is a concern, so if I don't have to buy it, that would be incredibly helpful. Should I just finish off the year with EIW and do Town next year since RFP's website suggests using it in 5th grade? Ds has very high intake, but low output, if that helps. Am I making sense? :confused1:

You MUST celebrate this! It's such an accomplishment! Congratulations!!!

You need to photocopy this schedule, write down everything he's said, and save it for future reference (when he has his own kids). TOO FUNNY! I love the cereal idea! That's pretty clever!

I watched it alone, then got the boys, turned the volume off and they were still laughing hysterically.

This has been a huge hit in my house with my kitten, puppy, and my 12 yo cat! http://www.amazon.com/KONG-Hugga-Wubba-Colors-Vary/dp/B0018MXYW0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1357658321&sr=8-1&keywords=kong+wubba+cat

ME TOO! And, I would love it! But, there's no way I could get dh on board with this. Moving him 1000 miles south 7 years ago was traumatic for him! Wishing you the best as you hire, Heather!

We did this last year, and my boys loved it! We're in again! Ages are in my sig if you need them. Thanks so much for organizing this again!

I am so very sorry. There are no words. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: