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Wonder

Posted on December 23, 2014 by theonceandfutureemptynest

The trees have been decorated.  The crèches assembled.  The presents have been wrapped.  The stockings have been hung.  The Texas fruitcake has arrived.   We have eggnog.  All we’re missing is snow and a sleigh for our third installment of Christmas … Continue reading →

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Boy apps vs Girl apps

Posted on December 19, 2014 by theonceandfutureemptynest

True confessions:  While I was recuperating last week, I allowed my grandson excess screen time.  I allowed him to use the me-pad for more than two hours at a stretch.  My justification was that the me-pad was more interactive than … Continue reading →

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The “Me-Pad” Dilemma

Posted on November 21, 2014 by theonceandfutureemptynest

My grandson has been sick the past week and a half.  First he had a cold.  His actual symptoms were not bad: low grade fever, nasal congestion, some coughing.  But he wasn’t himself.  He would stop playing and stare out … Continue reading →

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Through the eyes of a child: Scary Monsters

Posted on November 3, 2013 by theonceandfutureemptynest

  To a one and a half year old, the entire world is a frontier, perfect for exploration and discovery.  Yet at the same time, the world can be a scary place, filled with fantastic monsters and gruesome creatures. My … Continue reading →

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