Failing School Systems

What do you do when your child gets lost in the public school system? The first thing that administrators and teachers point out is the possibility of a learning disability. You are the only one that knows your child and their intelligence potential. My child just started this school year in the Mississippi Public School system. Might I add that I was far from happy. She was falling in the cracks and the teachers were letting her fall. Failing is not an option, especially when it comes to education. I was practically home schooling her at home after she got home from the public school. I'm talking about learning workbooks and homeschooling online. I wrote a very stearn letter to the principal with my complaint. It was obvious that the teacher at the time, her methods were not working. The letter obtained a request to change classrooms, to a different teacher, with a different method. It was the best thing I ever did for my child. It has been 2 weeks since the change as she has raised her grades by a minimum of 10 points, no longer failing, and no longer in fear that she will have to repeat the first grade. If the school system is not fighting for our children, then the only that are left is us as parents.  

Why do you think that we focus so much on women at weddings? Is it the dress? What kind of love do you wish for the men in your life?

The wedding should be focused on both the bride and groom. I think that when the word wedding comes up some women automatically think princess for a day. It is not fair to the groom as he too is getting married. I don't have a son, but I have a younger brother that I helped raise. I talk to him without any unbiased feelings, the same way I would talk to my daughters were they his age. The dating scene is tough, not only for the women but also for the few good men out there. This includes my brother. He is a good man and I tell him all the time to be careful with the women he dates. Not all are truthful, sincere, or with the best intentions. When the right one comes around he will now. She will be the one that will make an effort to be a part of the family and not isolate him from them. This meaning that family is the most important thing. When the right one one comes around we will accept her. When he falls in love, the love of that woman should motivate him to be the best person out there. I wish him a love of a woman that will accept him for who he is and not try to change him into something he is not.

The Search for the Perfect dress, Book Review

“The Magic Room”

by Jeffrey Zaslow

                        Every little girl has a dream about their future wedding. Some daydreams are more different and unique than others. In this book, Jeffrey Zaslow, describes the paths of various different real life women and what steps they took to get to the “Magic Room”.

                        This book touched me at my very core. Though little girls have daydreams of fairytale weddings, not everybody has them. Though the search for the ultimate wedding dress, it solidifies the next step in life. “The Magic Room” transports every woman to a beautiful princess by helping her see her undeniable beauty.

                        I never got to wear my wedding dress. My husband and I decided to elope one holiday weekend. Ten years later, I still remember as if it was yesterday,  the day I stepped into my “Magic Room”. Growing up a tomboy I was never much for the frilly things. Yet, on that day, standing on the pedestal, wearing a form fitting ivory strapless dress, I felt like a woman. In the “Magic Room”, I shared my moment with my best friend. I lived far from home and my mother was not able to come to town.

                        When Jeffrey described how the Becker Family ran the business, I began to admire them. They worked hard to realize dreams into reality the princess dress that every woman yearns for.

                        I have two little girls. I’m not looking forward seeing them grow up and leave the nest. This book, through each personal story of Becker customers, has me excited with the image of my little girls grow up and to take part in this important event in their lives. The one of many more to come.

            Thank you for a great read Mr. Zaslow. This book transported me into the Becker’s “Magic Room” and became a part of each woman’s journey.

            This book was provided by Blogher.com, courtesy of Penguin Books. 

 

Back on Scene

  Hey everyone! I'm back, Fall Semester is officially over. Yes!!! Now I get to go back to my hobbies  and writing. It's been a busy last few months. My classes were ok, exhausted from late nights. My family and I picked up camping on the weekends.
  We purchased our first RV Trailer. The kids and us have been enjoying it so much. Mostly we have been going to state parks. They have been very relaxing since its in some sort of forest.
  For Christmas we are going to Panama City Beach, FL to an RV park. It's different than our usual state park visits, but they are still nice. Depending which ones you go to. We are going to Emerald Beach Coast RV Resort, I definitely recommend that location.
  I've been chosen for another book review, Yay!!! I've read the summary and it seems like it is going to be another good read. Stay tuned for my review and information about the book. The book was provided by Blogher.com, courtesy of Penguin Books. Thank you. I've always been a fan of Penguin Books.
  This semester break I am looking forward to learning a new hobby. I love to learn new things and be versatile. I purchased a new sewing/embroidery machine. I'm looking forward to creating crafts for my family. Pictures will soon follow of the finished products.
  It is going to be a busy Christmas break. I'll keep you in the loop with our activities.
Talk to you soon.  Happy Holidays Everyone!!

My latest project

I'm so proud of myself on this. It used to be a coffee table. I bought it in 2005 and used it as a make shift changing table. Today it is an ottoman sitting at the end of my bed. Found a new app called stumble upon for iPhone. Set your likes and it will find websites according to your input. In my case one of my likes are crafts. I love admiring my work very time I walk by. Now I'm think about the next project. Hhmm, what will it be? Maybe something for the back yard.

Living in Today's Economy

   Times are tough. They seem to be getting tougher. The new craze that seems to be helping families with growing grocery bills is coupons. Now that I have moved down south, I found another way to help cut corners and families also can join in on it. Yard Sales. Yes, I know you are trying to cut back on shopping. This is saving. 
  Need summer clothes for the kids, this is the perfect way. Go out buy clothes for your growing kids for as little as $.10 a piece up to $1.00. Prices vary with each yard sale. Believe it or not there are ones that actually have items in great condition. When you find a good ones its like hitting a gold mine. Need a new dresser, toys for the kids, chairs, anything: a yard sale is the most economic way to find the items.
  Yard sales usually occur on Saturday mornings from 7:00am-12:00pm. There are those that start on fridays and end on sundays. These are the moving sales. People trying to clean out their homes before making the big move. Going to yard sales have saved me tons of money with play clothes for the kids. Today I even picked up some winter items for the youngest. Clothes by Charlotte Russe, Banana Republic, and New York & Comp for me as well.
  How is this different from thrift stores? Thrift Stores are trying to make a profit. Yard Sales is just another way to clean house. Trying to move items out, fast. Give it a try and see what you can find. Remember, if you take the time to look thru a pile, you might find something that is equivalent to the jewel of the nile. (Sorry, trying to rhyme.)

Well, remember to go out and give it a try. It's worth it. Happy Hunting!


"One mans junk is another man's treasure"

Pictures in Honor of my Book Review

In honor of "The Beach Trees", attached are some pictures of the landmarks that are in the book. The book takes place in between Biloxi, MS and New Orleans.