Monthly Archives: October 2015

GROWTH MINDSET: “FINE!!!”

Posted on 2015/10/09 by circuskitchen

GROWTH MINDSET: “FINE!!!” A little gem for my kids’ school paper:   Parents: Instead of asking, “How was your day?” Ask your child, “What is something challenging you worked on today?” Or just ask about one specific area, such as, … Continue reading →

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Breakfast in ClaraJane’s Classroom

Posted on 2015/10/09 by circuskitchen

Friday, October 9th 2015   Before taking off for the weekend, Paul and I partake in one of the rare special times parents are invited into the Montessori Children’s House Classroom, replete with breakfast.  Here is ClaraJane giggling behind us: … Continue reading →

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Purity

Posted on 2015/10/07 by circuskitchen

Wednesday, October 7th 2015  – 7:03am   I’m holding my 4 y/o daughter’s hand as we walk to the bus stop.  Actually, she holds my three of my fingers, and there is no feeling like it in the world.  It’s early, … Continue reading →

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Cousins Mary & Miles

Posted on 2015/10/03 by circuskitchen

Friday, October 2nd 2015 Just these two shots alone are so cute I can hardly stand it.     After a visit to their house on Friday afternoon, lo & behold, Paul comes home with our kids PLUS one.  Just … Continue reading →

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