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What's this I hear about Storm Troopers and Spiderman?
Everybody looks forward to summer vacation, but it seems like a lot of teachers and kids are already gearing up for school.  My grandsons are now delighted when I ask them who their teachers might be.  A couple of weeks ago they would have given Read More...
Just as I thought
After my boxing class, I can hardly move today.  This is a Bee day (Grandsons in charge), and I have promised the four year old that he can ride his bike to the park.  This means I run beside him really fast since the training wheels came off Read More...
Preparing for the big world
I read an article that a new book on bullying is out and that it warns that some teachers, parents, and kids are blowing typical teasing way out of proportion. The author feels that some bickering among children is normal and that this behavior prepares Read More...
One year is enough
From the perspective of my three year old grandson (the boss), one year of school is enough. After all, for one year he went to school two days a week, carried a lunchbox, and had the preschool experience. What more does he need to do? He will tell you Read More...
Patience a thing of the past?
Everyone seems to be in a hurry. When motorists behind me are biting at the bits to go, my not taking a right on red causes them to experience major meltdown. I have had people honk, scream, and do unacceptable things with their hands just to let me know Read More...
Teachers are people too
Teachers are known for putting things off until the summer. Occasionally, opportunities come up during the school year, and teachers find themselves asking for time away from their students. A principal in Sugarland has been demoted for allowing one of Read More...