Monthly Archives: March 2011

Absolutely Lucy

I met Lucy shortly after I was asked to foster her while her rescuer was out of town.  She was a stray that had been hanging around our school for about 4 years.  No collar, scared of people and a … Continue reading

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Start Talking

Babies and young children need a language rich environment.  They need you to talk to them.  They need you to also talk with them.  They start learning to read by sharing books. Book Smart,  Top to Bottom, Drama, Drama, Drama! and … Continue reading

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Sneaky Leprechauns

There are two reasons I like Saint Patrick’s Day.  I was a huge fan of “The Borrowers” growing up and Leprechauns fit nicely with my visions of magical, little people.  The other reason is because it is one of those … Continue reading

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Mardi Gras!

In the 22 years I have lived in the south I have discovered Southerns love 3 things.  They love the beach, SEC football and Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras is a carnival celebration for the two weeks before and through Fat … Continue reading

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