tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post4399552339343422105..comments2023-11-03T04:16:21.918-07:00Comments on halftime lessons: 3 Issues in Need of Female IntellectHalftime Lessonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11496754112523393227noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-1512781723977107432009-02-07T07:05:00.000-08:002009-02-07T07:05:00.000-08:00#2 - get some flowers sent to her in your absence....#2 - get some flowers sent to her in your absence. Separately arrange for another delivery - say chocs? Shows her that you thought of her even while preparing to go away. Then of course, make sure you call.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-49621681039802788282009-01-26T18:29:00.000-08:002009-01-26T18:29:00.000-08:00I'm happy with a stuffed animal and flowers (d...I'm happy with a stuffed animal and flowers (delivered) when he's gone on my birthday. There's just something about opening the door and getting a vase of flowers & stuffed animal.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04711448756752933218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-73707317471412606562009-01-26T14:19:00.000-08:002009-01-26T14:19:00.000-08:00#2 I would get her a day at the spa#2 I would get her a day at the spajust a girl...https://www.blogger.com/profile/01801303901136748904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-9282421435884142432009-01-26T07:35:00.000-08:002009-01-26T07:35:00.000-08:00Really, the only people capable of making the best...Really, the only people capable of making the best decision on what to do with your girl are her parents. You know her best. My daughter is April 27 and I'm considering holding her back. The reasons are because she tends to be on the shy side and I've seen her intimidated by younger kids on the playground. I've tried to get her to open up and she's doing better (school has helped a lot). She's an only child and she's been going since she was 2 yo. She finally detaches herself from my leg at birthday parties but it's been 2 years, no kidding. It takes her longer to learn and do certain things that her classmates that have October and November birthdays and I don't see in the sense of why she should have to struggle. To me, it makes learning all the more frustrating and then a turn-off. We will be probably holding her back. I say probably because if we do, it will be Kinder. Because that's where they learn to read and they have the sight words. She'll start Kinder in Sept and if she does fine, then we'll let her go on to 1st grade. If your daughter has had no formal schooling, maybe you should try it and see how she does. You can always hold her back at the end of the year if you AND the teacher feel that would be best for her. That way you will also have an assesment from a professional that knows her.Piece o' Coconut Cakehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01436846814473390842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-3243713354160674752009-01-25T12:07:00.000-08:002009-01-25T12:07:00.000-08:00#3. I would ask the teachers that work in the scho...#3. I would ask the teachers that work in the school you are sending your kiddos to. In our school system it is "highly suggested" that we hold all boys with summer or spring birthdays. Many of the teachers hold their kiddos back! One boy in my son's class has a Feb. birthday and seems perfectly healthy, quite healthy in fact(**cough, cough** sports, cough**) And, guess what?... He's a teachers kiddo! Anyway, work with your school and child and then you'll know. <BR/><BR/>All the Best!The Frugal Angel-Guided Psychichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17212278465872707754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-22750819854803053032009-01-24T18:07:00.000-08:002009-01-24T18:07:00.000-08:00Hmmm.... is her birthday near Valentine's Day?? Yo...Hmmm.... is her birthday near Valentine's Day?? You could get her a sexy photoshoot.Tabitha Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01019907765384844007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-86186749921083654302009-01-24T18:00:00.000-08:002009-01-24T18:00:00.000-08:00Since you are leaving on her birthday, I would sug...Since you are leaving on her birthday, I would suggest hiring a babysitter for the day and setting up a spa day for her while you are gone!Carrinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00315240531222432104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-67566879844018477252009-01-24T06:33:00.000-08:002009-01-24T06:33:00.000-08:00Firstly, I'm assuming that since the computer is a...Firstly, I'm assuming that since the computer is an extension of you, it is male. Therefore, an appropriate name would be Phoebus (as in Phoebus Apollo) because 1) you bring us so much sunshine,2) it sounds alot like serial bus (not to be confused with cereal bus) and 3) the fee part could be in your favor. (Fee for you, fee for all...)<BR/><BR/>Next: get your wife a custom blended fragrance. If you've got guts, design it yourself. Otherwise a trip to a purveyer of such could be part of the deal. Check out http://www.neilmorrisfragrances.com/custom_fragrances.html<BR/>(Somehow I get the sense that you are in Massachusetts, the above is in Boston)<BR/><BR/>http://www.scentdesign.net/ or the like.<BR/><BR/>Thirdly: Definitely hold off on kindergarten. No matter how bright, socially it will be easier for her if she is older.Sometimes Sophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10053598560687202583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-24613763947719629372009-01-23T21:55:00.000-08:002009-01-23T21:55:00.000-08:001. Lola, don't know why but that's what first came...1. Lola, don't know why but that's what first came to mind.<BR/><BR/>2. i agree with deb, charm bracelet or maybe a chain and pendant n her birthstone??!!<BR/><BR/>3. they only stay little for a short time. i would not be in a big rush to push her out into the world!! we taught both our kids to read and count and colors and all that at home before kindergarten.jo@blog-diggidyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03822441920980608824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-46637318822535046912009-01-23T21:50:00.000-08:002009-01-23T21:50:00.000-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.jo@blog-diggidyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03822441920980608824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-81879370035444158802009-01-23T21:03:00.000-08:002009-01-23T21:03:00.000-08:001. I'd name her dolly.2. I'm new to your blog so I...1. I'd name her dolly.<BR/>2. I'm new to your blog so I don't know many things about you or your beautiful wife but I think every woman loves a good massage or a lovely night out dancing (real dancing, not that bumping and grinding crap)<BR/>3. I'm not yet a parent but I think if a child is given an environment that encourages them to discover things on their own and makes learning exciting it doesn't matter if they are older or younger...with the right learning environment at school and the right learning environment at home, most children will be able to excel and will find a way to adjust to the differences between them and their classmates. <BR/><BR/>I'm visiting from Tabitha @ freshmommy. Love your blog! <BR/><BR/>Brionybrionyskerjancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00303629736063116733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-87656677326772574482009-01-23T21:02:00.000-08:002009-01-23T21:02:00.000-08:00You should get her a spa day.That way she's occupi...You should get her a spa day.<BR/>That way she's occupied the whole time that she's gone, and she's relaxed and pampered.<BR/>I think anyone would be happy with a spa day.Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06675576869395449536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-76574031063649308442009-01-23T18:06:00.000-08:002009-01-23T18:06:00.000-08:00I think you should name your laptop Jenni, of cour...I think you should name your laptop Jenni, of course!<BR/><BR/>I think your wife would like maybe a nice spa gift certificate, some pretty earrings that dangle, and you should make her a mix tape of meaningful love songs...only on CD because who even has a tape player anymore.<BR/><BR/>And I think your daughter will be good to go for K!Jennihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08982881362706361805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-44266281107701643032009-01-23T14:08:00.000-08:002009-01-23T14:08:00.000-08:00#1... Don't know, all my vehicles wind up being na...#1... Don't know, all my vehicles wind up being named Jezebel...<BR/><BR/>#2 Cheesecake and romance the night before... Real romance, candles, run the tub, the whole whammy ~ not just Jay wants to get laid romantic... which, if you do it right, you totally will...<BR/><BR/>#3. Put her in early. She will so thank you for it later.<BR/><BR/>ps. I've got links to buy cheesecake in my latest post *wink wink* and they deliver.Ariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15625682101666386299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-30278049419233982262009-01-23T13:24:00.000-08:002009-01-23T13:24:00.000-08:00#1- I like Lola- kinda naughty sounding#2 Offer to...#1- I like Lola- kinda naughty sounding<BR/><BR/>#2 Offer to babysit your daughter and pay for a day out for her and her sibling or friend. Lunch or dinner and a show.<BR/><BR/>#3 I was the youngest and so was my daughter- didn't cause any problems until we got older and everyone was getting their drivers license except us. Really- she's probably ready to go so let her.Sheri and Georgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05841702715840837835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-55086113616275030762009-01-23T12:06:00.000-08:002009-01-23T12:06:00.000-08:00B-day present~ buy a blank canvas at Michaels (cra...B-day present~ buy a blank canvas at Michaels (craft store), write a mom poem on it and have your childen fingerpaint their handprints on it! easy, cheap and only a little messy! It will be straight from the heart and any mom would love it. <BR/>As for school, around here kids have to be 5 by August 1st to get into k, so thats what we do. I wish that they could go at age 3, but whatever.Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04123382441949490891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-3225997935536128512009-01-23T11:50:00.000-08:002009-01-23T11:50:00.000-08:00with #3 having been a K/1 teacher I say send her. ...with #3 having been a K/1 teacher I say send her. Unless you feel she is very very young for her age or has any learning challenges, otherwise let her go. My daughter is a November baby and will graduate at 17, but she was ready to start and girls are by far more mature at that age. ;)The Mom Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14013214017240987993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-21540648731456156342009-01-23T11:39:00.000-08:002009-01-23T11:39:00.000-08:00#1 - .....Bertha? LOL#2 - Spa treatment sounds nic...#1 - .....Bertha? LOL<BR/>#2 - Spa treatment sounds nice<BR/>#3 - I agree with putting the child in school when they are first allowed to enter.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-33395515160105664992009-01-23T09:59:00.000-08:002009-01-23T09:59:00.000-08:00My 3 oldest kids are January birthdays, so they ar...My 3 oldest kids are January birthdays, so they are on the older side in class, and that makes me happy. I think socially and developmentally they are just more ready for school. My twins are November which means they *could* be the youngest in their class, but I'm not sending them until the following year. A May birthay is a hard one though.......I'd give it a little more time and see if she seems ready closer to Kindergarten registration.<BR/><BR/>Now, on to your wifes birthday. I think spa certificates are great. But, I don't like to go alone....does she have a good girl friend that you could arrange to go with her?<BR/><BR/>What about just an afternoon all to herself with cash in hand? That would be my favorite. :)<BR/><BR/>Twisted Silver has some really great, unique costume jewelry pieces........Claremont First Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02529859630615522678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-23568552005340181502009-01-23T09:21:00.000-08:002009-01-23T09:21:00.000-08:00#3 I'd say put her in, you can always do Kindergar...#3 I'd say put her in, you can always do Kindergarten twice. I think it's an advantage to be one of the older kids. <BR/><BR/>#2 A vibrating adult toy for her to take on her trip or, if she has time on her trip maybe you can research the area and get her a massage certificate there or one at home for when she returns.Mariahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12952616489949080213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-7971571352017086702009-01-23T08:27:00.000-08:002009-01-23T08:27:00.000-08:00I started school early, and hated being the younge...I started school early, and hated being the youngest, but as far as intellect-wise, I was on target. Holding back, especially if she's smart as a whip, would hinder her more than help her. My 9 year old son would be in 4th grade if we still lived in NY. The cut off is different, here, and so he's in 3rd. He is the smartest in his class, and often bored and gets into trouble. I feel like I've failed him because of this (although I know I haven't), but still... so I say, enroll!<BR/><BR/>Btw, LMAO at sleeved blankets. Seriously.. what brainchild thought that was a good idea!? Really!?Lisa @ Crazy Adventures in Parentinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06066995811409390360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-64242284474737960092009-01-23T08:09:00.000-08:002009-01-23T08:09:00.000-08:00#1- G-Spot#2- If you're ixnaying jewels...I've go...#1- G-Spot<BR/><BR/>#2- If you're ixnaying jewels...I've got nothing. But I nearly lost it when I read Keri's reply - ShamWow. <BR/><BR/>#3- Our daughter will be facing a similar dilemma. The Kindergarten cut off date for kids to turn 5 here is ON my daughter's birthday. She will always be the youngest. So we'll need to choose. We don't think we will hold her back. At least for now. My birthday was near the cut off as well, and I was held back.Momisodeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06752015177628948631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-59724197548927988652009-01-23T08:00:00.000-08:002009-01-23T08:00:00.000-08:00#1- A nice name for an Acer Eee might be Ashlee..I...#1- A nice name for an Acer Eee might be Ashlee..If you are unsure of a name...just wait and one day it will Dawn on you...Trinity was cool too though!<BR/><BR/>#2- Spa day seems to be a big hit. If it was me I would love a small inexpensive piece of jewelery tied on a ribbon to a small teddy bear. And.. a spa certificate, in a simple but beautiful bouquet of Carnations and roses. I know that sounds like a lot of work...but you putting time into something for her says " You love her" and she is special...being thoughtful about what you give, and how you give it is as important as the gift.<BR/><BR/>#3- If she seems ready then go for it. I know it is hard as a parent to let the little ones start out away from you...but see how she does. It is better to lift her up and give her the opportunity to show her potential. Kindergarten is pretty easy if I remember correctly..lol..and as she goes if they feel she could benefit from being held back the teachers will see it. I think she will be fine...go for it Daddy!Beauty of Expressionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06250501035670696147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-39948433835788214882009-01-23T06:39:00.000-08:002009-01-23T06:39:00.000-08:00For #1--I am no help.For #2--Check out my sidebar ...For #1--I am no help.<BR/><BR/>For #2--Check out my sidebar and click over to my friend Annette's new jewelry business. The pieces are rustic and beautiful and best of all--not expensive!!<BR/><BR/>For #3--It is all up to you as parents. If she seems ready then do it, if not keep her back.Jillenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04701640875749819676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5395084220660944478.post-58102434889336672362009-01-23T06:35:00.000-08:002009-01-23T06:35:00.000-08:001. Ace. Er... Eeeeeee! I know, I know, it's almost...1. Ace. Er... Eeeeeee! I know, I know, it's almost TOO creative.<BR/><BR/>2. I choose spa day!<BR/><BR/>3. Send her now! I think girls mature faster than boys, and the only reason I can think of for waiting would be sports. If she seems like she's ready emotionally, send her! :DLaceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03074240282215306796noreply@blogger.com