by hannah | Aug 19, 2024 | Tales from the Trenches
This is Odette’s little boy, Roni. He’s over at my house today, feeling rotten after a long day. He didn’t want to eat or play, and when we turned off the screen, he burst into tears. But then, I asked him to peel some potatoes, and his mood turned around completely!...
by hannah | Aug 19, 2024 | Tales from the Trenches
🌟 Embracing Our Neurospicy Family 🌟 Hello, fabulous parents and guardians! 👋 Imagine this: you’re in a room full of medical professionals, and you casually refer to your family as “neurospicy.” Yes, you heard that right—neurospicy! (A huge thanks to...
by hannah | Aug 16, 2024 | Big Sister’s Advice, Tales from the Trenches
There’s a persistent misconception that hiring a tutor is a sign that parents have somehow failed their children. This couldn’t be further from the truth. In reality, employing a tutor can be one of the best things a parent can do for their child, as it shows a...
by hannah | Aug 9, 2024 | Tales from the Trenches
Wow, what a week it’s been! Monday: The week kicked off with a thrilling meeting with the educational psychologist for my youngest, who has ADHD. We’re on the quest for an EHCP to secure that golden ticket—extra school support. Following that, the school wanted...
by hannah | Jul 10, 2024 | Tales from the Trenches
There’s a common misconception that needing a tutor means that a teacher has somehow failed. This couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, tutoring can often be a sign of a teacher’s great success in understanding a child’s needs and ensuring...
by hannah | May 2, 2024 | Tales from the Trenches
Getting a dog wasn’t the cleverest move. She’s smelly, messy, and last night, she vomited stir fry all over the carpet. But getting a dog was a smart decision. She brings our family together, forces the teenagers to take on responsibilities, and gets us all out to the...
