I'm not really sure what to write even though it seems a lot has been going on lately.
Kevin and I had our dear friends, the Simpson's, stay with us two weeks ago. As always we had lots of fun. I think the Daddy's would have been happy if they could have simply played XBox the whole time. Poor them. ;)
We have been attending birthday party after party after party this weekend. However, the kids have had fun. I didn't realize so many people were born in the winter time.
Last week, Kevin and I had a parent/teacher conference. His teacher seemed to show some concern about Thomas' reading and writing. After panicking and feeling low and talking to all of my many resources, I feel calm and confident again....for the most part. I think Thomas is just on the immature side and will developmentally catch up when he is ready. He has shown us this stubborn characteristic trait of his since he was born....potty training, riding a bike, eating, swimming, etc. So, I continue to pray that Thomas stays upbeat, confident, and happy at school. The last thing I want is for him to stay frustrated and have a low self confidence...IN KINDERGARTEN!!!! I am amazed at the amount of material the district demands of these children.
As for me, I think I am going to go back to teaching....only at least for now, I'm going to go towards private school. I think this will be good for my family and for me. I could go on and on about my reasons, but it just seems right. We will see what the next few years will bring.
Last week, Kevin and I just talked for 3 hours about our goals, reevaluating, and what are plans are for the next year and beyond. I have to say that we haven't done that in quite a long time. I felt really good.
Have I mentioned how much I love my husband???? God really blessed me with Kevin.
All the pictures I'm posting are of Alana....don't seem to have any really interesting ones of Thomas.
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Mer,
Alana is gorgeous! I haven't seen her in awhile and she looks so grown up! Keep your chin up about Thomas. I'm sure he'll be fine. Those boys are really stubborn and slow in doing things sometimes. I'm so happy to be back in touch, especially since we're so far away!
Love you lots...
Alana is just a doll! LOVE those big, brown eyes!!
Hi Meriann,
I can totally appreciate what you are saying about Thomas and school. I feel very similar about Rex. I think that Rex is learning a lot and progressing with his skills, but I am amazed by how much is expected of the kindergarteners now. He is certainly not leading the pack in the academic area, but I want him to enjoy school, and not feel so much pressure to be #1. I also think that the fact that he is a boy, and that he needs to mature are certainly factors in his school performance.
I keep reminding myself about what is developmentally appropriate for his age. While many children learn to read before entering school, this is not necessarily "normal" from a brain development standpoint. Children mature on their own timeframes. Because the classroom expectations have increased at the Kinder. level, it often makes late bloomers look deficient.
It is sometimes tough to keep a positive attitude when you hear that your child is under performing. But like you, I'm trying to keep it all in perspective. I feel so blessed that Rex has a very experienced teacher. She is not increasing my anxiety by telling me that he has problems, but I know that he is likely toward the back of the pack in his class. I think his teacher realizes the maturity factor, but as a mom, I would love to think that he is the shining star in the class…Maybe another year. =)
P.S. I loved your remarks about Kevin. It's refreshing to hear a wife give such high praise about her husband especially in a time when I often only hear about negative qualities in marriages.
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