Army Household6

Have you heard about the latest ad by Motrin that has a lot of moms up in arms??

I have to admit  when all this reared its ugly head on Twitter … I couldn’t understand what everyone was so up in arms about. Initially I thought, I must be misssing something here. I mean I haven’t thought of “babywearing” (back then it was called carrying your baby) in at least 7 years.

I didn’t think it was offensive to moms everywhere. I don’t know .. Am I a bit out of touch since it has been so long? (Full Disclosure :Both my kids are in elementary school now )

The thing that struck a chord with me was the “official mom” label! I have seen some babywearing moms look down on non-babywearing moms for not wearing their child. Maybe they physically can’t, maybe they “bond” in other ways, maybe the child can’t be put in a sling,etc for medical reasons, maybe they don’t want to.. the list can go on and on.

Why must we look down on people for not doing what we do?  I’m sure we have all seen situations where ‘bad parenting’ is screaming out but this my friends is NOT it!

This “discussion” is just like the us vs them discussion that many mothers have been having for years. (childcare options, breastfeeding, vaccinations, homeschooling, etc)

It’s a PERSONAL choice that each family makes  for itself and ALL of us need to respect that choice. (wow this sounds a lot like my last political rant doesn’t it?)

Parenting is hard enough by itself … why do we have to make it more difficult???

So, what do you think ? Here is the link  again in case you missed it!  : )

I know the election is over and we have a new president-elect, but I just came across the video (Hat tip : Spouse Buzz ) of the teacher talking about the elections, Obama and McCain. I understand talking to children about the political process and teaching them how it all works. I believe in teaching them all about the process. Heck, we did this with our own kids and had an indept conversation on the elections, why it was important to vote,etc. I am completely in favor of a “mock election” for them to cast their vote and to have an open, generic discussion about . I think it can be done in a very neutral, benign way.

This however is an example of WHAT NOT TO DO

The Cumberland school district in Fayetteville, NC (where this occured) has issued a written statement on their website as the Superintendent issued this video statement via YouTube

I’m thoroughly infuriated by this as a military parent! I can’t imagine what those kids were thinking and feeling especially that one girl whose father was a US Soldier. Military life can sometimes be hard enough and then you have to endure this at school! There was no need at all to bring up that point especially in the manner that the teacher was saying it.

This is just one more thing to add to the “pro ” pile for homeschooling both of our children next academic year. We were planning to homeschool our oldest due to some special needs and anxiety issues but I’m seriously considering both kids now.

I’ll be posting updates as we come across them… Let’s hear your thoughts, opinions,etc.

POOF! That’s where! I was attempting to fix some techie issues and I inadvertenly deleted ALL of September 2008 posts. That’s what happens when I start doing techie work at 1230 AM!

If you are looking for something in particular, please let me know and I’ll get the information to you right away.

On that note, I’m going to bed before I wipe out the site completely!

Yes my husband is on the road again (for the Army) and this time he’s off to upstate NY for some medical equipment training. (In case you don’t know.. he fixes medical equipment for the Army)

It’s crazy.. last year he was only gone for 10 days to Korea. He’s done a lot of TDY’s this year but this trip I was a bit jealous that I wasn’t going too! LOL

Why is that? It’s not like I don’t go on trips for my business or Military.com.

I guess this time it was going to take him near Niagara Falls… Someplace I’ve always wanted to go!

On their way up to the training center, he and his friend Scott stopped at Niagara Falls (US side)! As soon as he gets home with MY OUR camera… I’ll post the pictures!

Ok so getting back to my jealousy issue… What was that all about? I’m not usually a jealous person.. I know I can’t be the only one. Am I ??

Perhaps it was that we could have tagged along but decided not too. Now don’t get me wrong, I’m not blaming him or the Army. I guess I’m just blaming me for not going! I’m sure these things will come up over the years in the Army. I know I shouldn’t complain as he’ll be home in a few days, but I’m gonna anyway.

Anyway, its been busy as ever around here. Normally when Dan is gone, things are crazy and hectic but its worse than normal with the kids at home ,etc. Before the summer started, I envisioned lazy days hanging out at the pool, chatting with the neighbors, working in the yard.. where did that dream go??

Ok I guess I’ve done enough rambling for a Thursday night. Thanks for tuning into the Thursday Therapy Talk … we’ll now return you to your regular programming! : )

I’ve got some really cool upcoming events as well awesome things coming up for the blog in the next few days. I’ll give you two hints…. reviews and life-casting! : )