Author: Jamie
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Grief and Denial: Head vs Heart
I’ve taken training classes about helping others through grief; I’ve read books and articles on the subject, been a listening ear for friends trudging their way through it. I know denial is the first “stage” of grief. I suppose I’ve often pictured it rather dramatically. A heart-wrenching scene, possibly even accompanied by sobbing and/or hysterics….
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Our Homeschool Week (in which I’m reminded why I’m not a good public school parent)
First, let me start with a random happy from my week… Weeds are my nemesis, and our front yard has been smack full of them. (That’s a Southern saying, y’all.) But I’ve had neither the time nor inclination to tackle them. So Ken made it into a game and he and the kids spent an…
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Foster Adoption: Sense of Humor Required
This adventure with two new kids in the family requires a sense of humor. Thankfully, Ken has that in spades, and his humor helps me keep my sanity. I’ve managed not to actually pull out my hair (yet!) but there are times I’ve considered it. The non-stop dirt bike sound effects make me a little…
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Thankful for the flexibility of Homeschool!
Ask me my favorite thing about homeschooling, and you’ll always hear the same answer: flexibility. We’re in one of those times of life when flexibility is essential. Last week I spent nearly all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the hospital and hospice with my dad. Friday afternoon, we moved in two new little people….
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Remembering My Dad
A week ago today, my dad passed on. We knew the end was near but, stubborn as ever, my dad went on his own time. He’d had a horrible night. I am forever grateful to his longtime friend for staying overnight with him at the hospice center; I don’t know how I would’ve dealt with…