Tag: Tip of My Iceberg
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Questionable Comrades
Beck was asked by his mom if he’d let her wipe his nose to get rid of the boogers hiding in there. “My booger wants to stay in there. He’s my buddy, and he wants to sleep in there.” Beck makes friends easily. His warmth and humor lead him to talk to anyone he passes.…
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Curiouser And Curiouser
At a time when curiosity appears to be waning, when all people want to do is “follow” the next major influencer rather than come up with new ideas on their own, Isley has an interest in that which is unexpected. At twelve, she has become a Renaissance woman in her own right. I called her…
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All Stuffed With Fluff
I’ve been a fan of Winnie the Pooh since I was a kid. My own children each had a favorite character–which related well to the personalities they were growing into. Eeyore, Rabbit, Roo, Piglet, Tigger, and of course, Pooh. Each generation finds delight in the story of a bear with a very little brain but…
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What Are You Fishing For?
The pond behind our home is a treasure trove of amazing creatures waiting to be discovered. Or caught. The kids often fish back there, using everything from worms to hot dogs to bread for bait. (You’d be shocked at what’s attracted by wieners–they’re favorites of turtles and bass.) The fun is always in the catching.…
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We Don’t See Things The Same Way
When moving, packing becomes one of the huge challenges to accomplish–getting the essentials in boxes, sifting, decluttering, and making sure things are packed well so things will arrive in the new home in one piece. Having people volunteer to help pack is a gift. Trusting people to get things in boxes the way you’d do…
Tip of My Iceberg 