Ryder

Lucky Number Seven

Last week, we celebrated Ryder’s 7th birthday, and I’m left in disbelief trying to recall all the milestones and memories, which have passed so quickly. ...

Raise A Hand For Teachers

I’ve been getting asked the question if we are going to make the move to California a lot lately. My response, we are here for ...

Can’t Stop Won’t Stop

The past three months have pushed me as a parent in ways beyond my limits. I like to consider myself a strong woman, someone who ...

A Space Of His Own

In my family, I was one of three children, I was the oldest, then my sister, who is only 20 months younger, and my brother. When I ...

Clear Revelation

I woke up today feeling a major fail on the mommy front. Yesterday, I took Ryder to an ophthalmologist to have his eyes checked, since we are still ...

First Grade 101

Last week, Ryder took home his first set of homework and had his first ever spelling test. Reading and writing is something that he has ...

It’s Gonna Be OK

For the past three months, I have been concerned about Ryder, anticipating the start of first grade, fearing whether or not he would be ready for the transition. ...

When Life Was Simple

As Ryder’s Kindergarten year is coming to a close, I’m an emotion mess. This year, school has been extremely difficult and challenging for him. I think ...

Kindergarten Woes

We are now 5 weeks into school, and have to say I am the one having a hard time (with kindergarten that is). During the ...