I actually learned quite a bit in the class of many videos today. We only watched one video and the professor lectured! I was like a sponge, soaking up the knowledge. I was considering skipping today, and boy am I glad I didn't! I would have missed out! And after today's lecture, I feel completely prepared for next week's quiz. It helps that the quizzes are open book and open note. Did you know that hypertension is much higher among African-Americans than Caucasians?
Elliot and I ran quite a few errands this morning. Every time we got back in the car, she would say "What next, Mommy?" I was probably just the same when I was little, questioning everything that my mom did. Elliot has to know everything. There are many times that she asks a questions and when you tell her the answer, she tells you that you are wrong. I thought only teenagers thought they knew everything. If this is any indication of her teenage years, I fear what those will be like (I am sure this is an indication). I guess what goes around comes around. Is it too late to apologize for my errors?
I have been so busy this week, that Preston and I had to finish his homework before school this morning. His homework is due on Thursdays. He usually has a few worksheets to complete and they ask that you read at least four books with your child and record the titles on the assignment page. As of last night, we had only read one book. This morning before school, we sat down and quickly read through three books. Not the example I really want to set for my child, but at least we got it done. The thought of lying actually crossed my mind. The catch of it all at this age is, it's not really his fault if he doesn't get his homework done. It is my fault if he doesn't get his homework done. But, he wouldn't get to pick out of the treasure chest if he didn't get the homework done. So, really, it is like punishing him for something he can't control. We all know it would be torture for a kid to watch his friends pick out of the treasure chest while he sat staring longingly at the treasures. I have to get my act together on this! I just have such a hard time getting that reading done every week!
So, let me know what you think? Is it a child's fault if they don't get their homework done, or is it the parents' fault? At what age does it become the child's sole responsibility, or does it ever? Will I have to call my kids while they are away at college and ask them if they have kept up on their school work? By the way Mom, I am keeping up on my school work!
Gotta run! Survivor is on, then Grey's! Thursday is a busy t.v. night. How sad am I?
Elliot's Quote of the Day
"I don't have to go pee-pee. The pee-pee is sleeping."
Preston's Quote of the Day
"That's not bery nice."
1 comment:
In response to the homework question, At Preston's age, I think the parents are mainly responsible. I do have an idea however regarding his reading - how about bed time? does he read or get a story then? If so, could dad do it 2x week and you do it 2x week? I know how busy you guys are, homework is a difficult thing to deal with, especially as the kids get older. I am kind of glad that we are past all that! LOL Good luck! You are doing a great job - I can tell just by reading what the kids say - and OH MY little Elli is just too cute! Wish I could be around you all more! Hugs, Aunt Pat
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