Comments for Journey in Parenting

Comment on Creating Family Along With the Kosher Turkey on Thanskgiving by Kay

Kay — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:45:05 +0000

I think many of us could take a lesson from your Thanksgiving. What a truly wonderful way to celebrate and what a great way to demonstrate to your kids the importance of opening up your home to others! I’d love to know how it turns out for you and your family. Good luck!

Comment on My Cooking Confession by Debra-Lynn

Debra-Lynn — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:35:17 +0000

I don’t know what I liked better about this post, the “I hate to cook” statement or the “perfect PTA moms.” I’m with ya’ on both counts, though of late, I have been making what I want to make and that has been helping. Finally, too, after 20 years of marriage, my husband finally gets what it’s like for me to be the only person who ever sets a hot plate of food in front of myself. And he’s been learning to cook! I love your style and your pith. Love the in your face PTA! Love it! Love it!

Comment on Don’t Forget Your PackaBack! by Kay

Kay — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 03:25:20 +0000

Hmm. That’s interesting, Joan. I wonder if most families have little verbal expressions unique to their families. I don’t remember any growing up but I guess I should ask my Mom.

Comment on My Cooking Confession by An Ordinary Mom

An Ordinary Mom — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:14:10 +0000

Cooking and baking … do I like it? Depends on the day and my mood !! I, too, have really picky eaters!

Comment on Following Up with the Parent-Teacher Association Meeting by Joan

Joan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:32:05 +0000

This would infuriate me. I would not have been able to contain myself I bet. Good for you for doing something about it, or at least trying to!

Comment on Don’t Forget Your PackaBack! by Joan

Joan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:31:21 +0000

I think this is actually a very popular concept. My family too has little things that we say that have stemmed from our children’s childhood. They have stuck around for years and years and always bring back a happy memory.

Comment on Post Election: Bless Me, Father, For I Have Sinned by Joan

Joan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:30:13 +0000

If only I had a dime for every time I cursed at the TV during the debates, the advertisements, the news coverage, etc. I would be rich. I just tell my kids that Mommy is upset about something so shes venting!

Comment on Don’t Forget Your PackaBack! by Kay

Kay — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:32:12 +0000

Thanks!! I love this tradition, as well. I just wish that I kept track of more of the cute stuff they say before it totally leaves my brain. Language can definitely connect a family unit and it can even extend beyond that. I’ve overheard neighbor kids and my nieces and nephews parroting some of our favorites.

Comment on Don’t Forget Your PackaBack! by Debra-Lynn

Debra-Lynn — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:25:56 +0000

This is my favorite Kay post.I love everything about this. Makes me want to be part of your club. What a lovely family tradition, and story. We have funny words, too. Must be cuz we’re writers.

Comment on Following Up with the Parent-Teacher Association Meeting by Lisa

Lisa — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 02:14:42 +0000

Thanks! I kinda dig my Polyanna side, too!