"As of tonight when I checked, none of the area high schools are on their schedule to protest. It only lists several of the large churches in our area."
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Lincoln Avenue Academy Uniforms
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I am in need of uniforms for my little girl. She wears a 4T or 5T, but I'm not sure how that translates to Risse/Fontaine sizing.If you know of someone with a graduating kindergartner who has these,…Continue
Tags: brothers, plaid, jumper, risse, apparel
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jennifer Sabin Aug 15, 2012.
Polk Teachers Aren't Getting A Raise
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The Ledger reported today that PCSB teachers are getting a raise in January. This isn't really true. Inflation was 3.5 percent over the last 12 months. The step increase teachers are being given…Continue
Tags: pay, raise, disrespect, salary, teacher's
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jennifer Sabin Dec 17, 2011.
Song of the Stars Live Online Christmas Party
Tonight there is a free online Christmas party hosted by the author of Song of the Stars. Here's the info I posted on my blog:I've shared before that…Continue
Tags: Zonderkids, books, story, Jesus, Bible
Started Dec 8, 2011
Books & Kitchen Tools & Misc Things
Books:Treasury of Virtues $6, all other small books being thrown in for free. :)My Little Showcase. Inc 10 board books & 40 magnets. All about transportation. $3Basic Montessori - Learning…Continue
Started Aug 27, 2011
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Jennifer Sabin replied to Medulla Elem Mom's discussion WBC coming to Lakeland to protest graduation - these crazies need to stop!Jennifer Sabin replied to Shawn Spivey's discussion Men Try Machine That Creates Sensation of Labor"I have mixed feelings about this. It plays into the Hollywood stereotype of labor which u haven't found to be realistic. In fact, I recall reading research that women used to report less pain in childbirth before e advent of television and…"
Jennifer Sabin replied to Tabby's discussion Cake Question and Help"I had cupcakes from bake me a cake by Aimee. You can search her on FB. It wasn't too expensive and they both look and taste great."
Jennifer Sabin replied to Shawn Spivey's discussion Will longer school year help or hurt US students?"I just remembered something I was told at our daughter's school evaluation. Apparently, her elementary school is the only school in Polk County to have PE every day. I was flabbergasted when I heard this because I know how important…"
Jennifer Sabin replied to Shawn Spivey's discussion Duchess Kate's Due Date Announced"I'm so glad they didn't announce a specific date!"
Jennifer Sabin replied to Shawn Spivey's discussion Will longer school year help or hurt US students?"It is a moot point in Polk County. Apparently, we can't afford to provide bus service to our magnet and charter schools. There is no way they can afford to keep students in the classroom one day more.
The success of adding school days depends…"
Jennifer Sabin replied to jessica payne's discussion local organic"You can try Annie's Organic Buying Club. I know they sell dairy and remember seeing turkeys at Thanksgiving time. They might offer meat more often than that too, but I don't know."
Jennifer Sabin replied to Tiffany's discussion Mops-north Lakeland"I see Ron gave you the address already, but wanted to let you know we meet on Thursday, not Tuesday. The meeting starts at 9:30 am. We are looking forward to seeing you there!"
Jennifer Sabin replied to Online Mom's discussion how to delete pics?"When you are looking at the photo, there is an options box at the top. Click it nd delete is one of the options."
Jennifer Sabin replied to Tiffany's discussion Mommy groups"I lead a moms group called MOPS that meets the first and third Thursdays. Our next meeting is Dec 3 at 9:30. Childcare is available too so the moms have undistracted time to build relationships. We also have play dates with the kiddos so we can get…"
Jennifer Sabin replied to Marlee Russell's discussion mommy and me?"Hi Marlee!
I lead a group called MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) which is for moms of children up through age 5. We meet on the first and third Thursday or each month at Kathleen Baptist Church. Our next meeting is this Thursday at 9:30 am, if you…"
Jennifer Sabin replied to Tabby's discussion Very dirty McDonald's"I live near this location and never go in, just use the drive thru. Last week, while I guess the manager was gone, I went during lunch time and they didn't keep their 30 second promise. When I pointed this out I was told they don't…"
Jennifer Sabin replied to Shawn Spivey's discussion Moms, Get In Those Pictures!"I read something very similar to this 3-4 years ago and ever since then, make an effort to be in the pictures. I know my children won't look back and notice how frizzy my hair was, instead, they will see a woman happy to be their mom and living…"
Jennifer Sabin replied to Caitlyn Devine's discussion OB's that are "Natural Birth" friendly"I have 1 hospital birth, 1 birth center birth, and number 3 will hopefully a home birth (I'm due in about 1 month). With each birth I have gained more confidence in my body and do wish that I had skipped the hospital birth and at least gone…"
Jennifer Sabin replied to Tabby's discussion Feeling like I'm at fault"I know a therapist in Lakeland that can help you. Her name is Susan Truett and she works at Relationship Builders. http://relationshipbuilders-lakeland.com/
She is a caring woman who understands the importance of relationships in our lives.…"
Jennifer Sabin replied to Tabby's discussion Publix changed BOGO policy??"I've seen BOGO limits on signs before, particularly on popular items.
So, you had 3 $1/3 coupons, meaning you wanted to buy 10 cans of soup to maximize your savings? Even at 10 cans, that's only 5 BOGO deals and it shouldn't have even…"
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Choosing A Juicer
After watching a couple of the documentaries on the list I shared last week, I think I want to start juicing. I'm up in the air as to whether or not it will just be a breakfast kind of thing, or if I might want to try a 5-15 day juice fast. I'm also wondering how something like juicing might affect my hormones and brain chemistry, as related to my depression.
I've spent nearly 2 hours on Amazon.com… Continue
I've spent nearly 2 hours on Amazon.com… Continue
Posted on August 31, 2011 at 7:00am
Devotional Diapers
There is a baby shower gift that I love to give. It is something every mom needs, even if she doesn't know it. It is Devotional Diapers. These little diapers give moms of babies a brief chance during their day to reflect on the Word of God and, hopefully, experience a moment of peace amidst all the feedings, dirty diapers, and spit ups.…
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Posted on August 30, 2011 at 7:00am
Choosing Documentaries
I'll admit it. I'm kind of a geek in that I like to watch documentaries. My favorite so far this year has been Helvetica, a documentary devoted to the famous font. It really was quite fascinating. Trust me.
I was searching for Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead based on the recommendation of a couple of friends who had seen in and within 2 minutes, I'd added 13 documentaries to my Netflix instant streaming queue. It is almost certain that I won't… Continue
I was searching for Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead based on the recommendation of a couple of friends who had seen in and within 2 minutes, I'd added 13 documentaries to my Netflix instant streaming queue. It is almost certain that I won't… Continue
Posted on August 29, 2011 at 7:00am
Keeping It Real & Honest
Lots of people accuse social media participants like myself of only presenting the good side of our lives. There has even been research showing that the more time people spend on social media (blogs, Facebook, Twitter, etc...), the more likely they are to be depressed. The theory is that they think everyone else has a great life because we all post cute stories about our super smart kids or brag on our husbands for being so awesome. And that theory makes sense to me.
On the flip…
Posted on August 27, 2011 at 7:20pm
Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 9:59pm on June 27, 2011,
Sarah Graham said… Only my daughter is there this year - Mia - new 2nd grade. My son Ferris is in Delaware w/ my inlaws this week.
Mia went to preschool at KBC for 2 years, and both my kids were at after school care there for the 2009-2010 school year.
We love all the programs for the kids there!!
- At 11:27pm on August 10, 2010,
Shawn Spivey said… - Marvelous, pictures, Darling! :)
- At 1:46pm on March 4, 2010, Jennifer Sabin said…
- How is it that insurance won't cover PT??? That is crazy! Is he eligible for any of the state insurance programs for children with disabilities??? Could it be covered under the hypotonia diagnosis? I'll ask my PT what she might do with an older kid for PT with a hypotonia diagnosis. Maybe you could do some of those things on your own. We have 2 sessions a week so I'll see her again tomorrow.
Oh, and glad you enjoyed the blog. I have fun keeping it up!
- At 8:13am on March 4, 2010, Jennifer Sabin said…
- Dr. Eason was our first pediatrician, when we lived in Frostproof. I liked him enough, but we only saw him a handful of times with my first daughter. Dr. Enlow is with the same practice, just in Lakeland. I'm glad you found someone to listen to you. It irks me when doctors think they know better about a kid just because they have a MD behind their name!
- At 7:52am on March 4, 2010, Jennifer Sabin said…
- Yucky doctor!!! I seriously encourage you to ask about PT. My ST is the one who suggested Mary might need PT in addition to the ST work she was doing.
My Mary has lots of rolls... she is growing fast too. We get to have her 6-month well baby visit tomorrow.
- At 7:45am on March 4, 2010, Jennifer Sabin said…
- I assume you have a new pediatrician now, right? My girls see Dr. Enlow with Clark & Daughtry in south Lakeland. It is a long way since we live in North Lakeland, but I love that she has a smallish practice and we never feel rushed when we are with her. I don't think we've been kept waiting very often either.
Is your son in physical therapy for his hypotonia? I don't see how suspecting something leads to malpractice. How else would you know to test for anything if you never suspected anything?!
- At 8:44pm on March 3, 2010, Jennifer Sabin said…
- My daughter, Mary, was referred to a speech therapist at 5 days old because she wasn't nursing properly. I had an excellent nursing relationship with Charlotte, my 2 1/2 year old, and knew something wasn't right with Mary. She had a weak suck and even had trouble with the bottle and supplemental nursing system we tried.
At 9 days old, she had her first ST appt, and then as the 1st month went on, I just noticed that she didn't react the way I expected. The ST and I talked about it and at Mary's 1-month well-baby visit, the pediatrician tested her reflexes, reactions we have no control over and do involuntarily based on stimulus, and she lacked a lot of them, like the rooting reflex, and some of the startle reflexes that babies normally have.
If Mary had been my first baby, I can honestly say I don't think I would have thought the problem was her. I probably would have blamed my milk or my breasts and just switched to messy bottle feeding. I feel very blessed that I knew what a good nurser acted like and was able to quickly see that something was wrong.
I don't mind answering questions about this. Heck, I shared even more on my blog. Here are some of the posts if you are interested...
http://www.familymusings.com/2009/09/marys-pediatric-therapy-evaluation.html
http://www.familymusings.com/2009/09/week-2-of-marys-physical-therapy.html
http://www.familymusings.com/2009/10/hypotonia-and-micrognathia.html
http://www.familymusings.com/2009/10/update-on-marys-therapy-with-pictures.html
I don't think the micrognathia diagnosis was accurate though. Mary was born a super-chunky baby and I think her mouth just looked small relative to everything else.
What are you doing for your son's hypotonia? Does he have any other diagnosis to go with it? I see you have an autism awareness button, is that for the same son?
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