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The Rainbow Connection: March 2010
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Topic of the week. Today we talked about bears, the different type of bears and where they live and what they eat. Both Desmina and I learned that Koala bears are actually marsupials. Bodhi learned about the different types of bears. Our plans for this week are to head to the library and pick up some books on hibernation, a bear puppet, and a science experiment. Pics to come! Links to this post. Links to this post. I was brave and let them help. Spring rolls to welcome spring. Links to this post.
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The Rainbow Connection: September 2016
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One of the side effects of chemo is that is that it can affect cognitive learning. Math is a struggle for her. She gets easily frustrated. Today we had clinic and brought our schoolwork with us. I like the flexibility of homeschooling and how it allows me to teach Desmina at her pace. Where she struggles in math, she excels in composition. Links to this post. Bodhi's work was entitled "Bunny Wedding.". Desmina of course called hers "Zombie Apocalypse". The kids arrived in style via limo. I hope to get th...
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The Rainbow Connection: December 2010
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What is it about music that evokes such emotion? Does it strike a nerve within the limbic system of the brain? Is it all chemical? Drug addicts look for that perfect euphoria that they can claim again. Doctors prescribe anti-depressants. In the end does it matter where emotions come from: whether it's from a little pill, a bottle, or the aftermath of sex. The fact that something can make our heart flutter, is amazing in itself. Links to this post. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). View my complete profile.
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The Rainbow Connection: December 2009
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What does Christmas mean to you? For those that know me, know it's ironic that this is my favorite Christmas song. This song is so powerful. Can you imagine being so taken aback by something that you can't even stand? Does it matter if people don't celebrate Christmas the same way. The world would be a better place if we treated it like everyday was Christmas. Links to this post. Links to this post. As I look at my daughter and in my expectations I have for her , I have an epiphany. How can I be a tr...
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The Rainbow Connection: October 2009
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Corporal punishment in public schools. Let's not argue whether or not spanking is ineffective. That is not the question. The point is should spanking be allowed in public schools? Is it a "right"? By banning corporal punishment what are you losing out on? Do you trust another person to discipline your child with love? How would you feel if your child was a target of a teacher? Although can we honestly ignore the blatant discrimination? What lesson does a student learn? Not to get caught? For the cool moms.
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The Rainbow Connection: November 2009
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She puts a hanger around her torso. "Look Mommy, I'm Saturn! Yesterday while driving to see some friends. "Who wants to smell my feet? After her Daddy telling her his secret that he farted. M: I farted in dance class. Daddy: Did it smell bad? M: No, it smelled pretty! While riding around the car. M: I love you. Daddy: I love you too! M: I was talking to me! After relating the story to my sister, she says, "I was talking to you, Ivy! Links to this post. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). View my complete profile.
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The Rainbow Connection: April 2010
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Vegan strawberry daiquri cupcakes. Adapted from several recipes. Thanks Amie, for the strawberry one and putting up with my cupcake talk. 3 1/2 cups flour. 2 tsp baking powder. 1 package of vanilla pudding mix(check the ingredients because a lot has nonfat milk). 16 oz pureed or crushed strawberries. 1 cup canola oil. 2 TSB distilled vinegar. 1/2 cup of rum. 1/4 cup coconut milk (optional). 2 lime zests (optional). Links to this post. His name is Dinosaur. Yes, the kids named him. Links to this post.
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The Rainbow Connection: Giving Heart
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The kids had the opportunity to showcase their art for charity hosted by the TCU's fraternity, Beta Theta Pi. The money raised by the auction goes towards the art program at Cook, Carpe. The kids submitted their work to the auction. Bodhi's work was entitled "Bunny Wedding.". Desmina of course called hers "Zombie Apocalypse". The kids arrived in style via limo. We are thankful for Miss Diana and Miss Carrie Ann for this wonderful opportunity and for the young men at TCU. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom).
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The Rainbow Connection: It's been a long, long time
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It's been a long, long time. I stumbled across this blog again and decided to start it up again. A lot has happened since my last post. So in a nutshell:. Went to nursing school and graduated. Adopted a new dog by the name of Chuy. Started working as an ICU nurse at a local hospital. Desmina was diagnosed with neuroblastoma stage IV high risk 4/20/2015. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). View my complete profile. The lovers, the dreamers and me. Shannon Family (Eddie is Desmina's first love).