WatchMonkeyMama

Every Child Needs the “Love Hormone” that HUGS Give!

Post author:WatchMonkeyMama
Post published:January 21, 2022
Post category:Education Homeschooling Lifestyle Motherhood
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Almost two years into our world being somewhat shut down due to Covid-19, it is still hard to grasp elements of our new normal. Take hugging for instance. This physical…

Uninterrupted Play is What Really Matters

Post author:WatchMonkeyMama
Post published:January 20, 2022
Post category:Education Homeschooling Motherhood
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Yesterday was one of those days when I was so exhausted! The house was a complete mess, the Christmas tree still needed to come down, and ordering pizza for dinner…

Principal Turned Unschooler

Post author:WatchMonkeyMama
Post published:December 10, 2021
Post category:Education Homeschooling Motherhood
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At times it feels surreal. I think my experience as an educator for the past three decades has prepared me for this very moment. Never in my wildest dreams did…

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I am wife to Randy, mother to Sammy, and now a blogger. Professionally, I spent over three decades as a teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, and adjunct college professor. And I loved it all. Personally, for nearly one decade we suffered multiple miscarriages. And then we were blessed with Sammy. He’s the joy of our lives!

So, what better time than now, in the midst of a pandemic and our world completely changing, to create a blog where I can share my motherhood journey, provide purposeful insight on educational topics, and dig deep into all kinds of lifestyle matters. And I get to do it with you! Please join me on this journey by subscribing below.