I made healthy muffins for IJG. I think he likes them.
Also note his awesome new haircut. This look was acquired by using a 1 inch guard on the sides and back of his head while leaving the front, upper portion longer and just trimming it a bit.
He looks to the right and waves in that direction because the dogs are in the backyard.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
how i found my baby at school this afternoon
Teetering on the edge of his cot, fast asleep, while all the other kids were awake and snacking. He's been sleeping 2.5 hours + at school but ONLY 30 minutes at home during nap time. Also, his teacher said today that she put him down on his cot and he fell right to sleep on his own...wtf?
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Today was IJG's first day at what I feel and hope will be a better school. Sunday was open house and we were able to meet his teachers, see the classroom, and ask questions.
His teachers are on the far left and in the purple shirt.
His class has a dolphin theme. All the kids are between 11 and 13 months right now.
He has his first cubby (and these dolphins appear to have two heads).
He sits in a regular chair at meal and snack time. Parents send lunches but snacks are provided. I requested that he not be fed anything other than what I send and am including a snack in his bag. The school is kosher so parents are not allowed to mix meat and dairy or include pork or shellfish in the lunches sent from home, and if they purchase treats to share with the class for birthdays or holidays they must be kosher. A list of kosher stores and bakeries was included in the parent handbook. Even at IJG's age, cupcakes and sweets are allowed at celebrations. I've made it clear he is not to have anything I don't send, but I'd like to speak with the director about creating healthier school food policies. All Jewish holidays are observed and letters are sent home to explain the meaning of each holiday and suggested ways to celebrate. We started with Rosh Hashanah. They also have a Challah Club in which your child can bring home challah every Friday.
8.22.10
Here he is this morning ready to leave for his first day. Outfit courtesy auntie S. New shoes courtesy mama and daddy.
As we approached his classroom this morning I could hear several toddlers crying. I was worried they would make IJG more likely to get upset. But, when we arrived, his eyed lit up at the sight of the ROOM FULL OF NEW TOYS and he never looked at me again. I proceeded to put his lunch in the fridge and put other items in his cubby, speak with his teacher, take pictures...and he never looked away from the toys. I left worried that he would realize eventually that I was gone and he was in a new place. When I picked him up his teacher said he never cried and just played all day. I find this crazy, especially since he started crying when I leave him at the old school lately.
And this is how he gets around at school. How freakin cute! This school is part of a community center, so the kids have access to a pool, splash pad, and playground. At this age they use the splash pad but in preschool they use the pool.
8.24.10
His teachers are on the far left and in the purple shirt.
His class has a dolphin theme. All the kids are between 11 and 13 months right now.
He has his first cubby (and these dolphins appear to have two heads).
He sits in a regular chair at meal and snack time. Parents send lunches but snacks are provided. I requested that he not be fed anything other than what I send and am including a snack in his bag. The school is kosher so parents are not allowed to mix meat and dairy or include pork or shellfish in the lunches sent from home, and if they purchase treats to share with the class for birthdays or holidays they must be kosher. A list of kosher stores and bakeries was included in the parent handbook. Even at IJG's age, cupcakes and sweets are allowed at celebrations. I've made it clear he is not to have anything I don't send, but I'd like to speak with the director about creating healthier school food policies. All Jewish holidays are observed and letters are sent home to explain the meaning of each holiday and suggested ways to celebrate. We started with Rosh Hashanah. They also have a Challah Club in which your child can bring home challah every Friday.
8.22.10
Here he is this morning ready to leave for his first day. Outfit courtesy auntie S. New shoes courtesy mama and daddy.
As we approached his classroom this morning I could hear several toddlers crying. I was worried they would make IJG more likely to get upset. But, when we arrived, his eyed lit up at the sight of the ROOM FULL OF NEW TOYS and he never looked at me again. I proceeded to put his lunch in the fridge and put other items in his cubby, speak with his teacher, take pictures...and he never looked away from the toys. I left worried that he would realize eventually that I was gone and he was in a new place. When I picked him up his teacher said he never cried and just played all day. I find this crazy, especially since he started crying when I leave him at the old school lately.
And this is how he gets around at school. How freakin cute! This school is part of a community center, so the kids have access to a pool, splash pad, and playground. At this age they use the splash pad but in preschool they use the pool.
8.24.10
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Check out my awesome, new...
...handmade purse from Japan. Thoughtfully gifted to me by C & N while on honeymoon, along with a bazillion other little gifties.
and somebody loves his new whale
thank you C & N!
and somebody loves his new whale
thank you C & N!
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
is this normal?
He never once fell while we took photos of him hanging. I'd like to try it again when I have a real camera (not just a phone).
8.15.10
8.15.10
Monday, August 16, 2010
granola bars
homemade granola bars went over well at our first attachment parenting playgroup today.
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