pandemic parenting

A collection of 19 posts

birthdays

The Best Birthday

I was trying to make up for three years of missed birthday joys.

Halloween

The Ups and Downs of Halloween

Halloween isn't my favorite holiday but my kids love it.

career

The Work of Summer

Summer always seems to bring an inevitable slowdown, both in work and life.

COVID-19

The End of the School Year

Another school year has drawn to a close.

burnout

Burnout Has Changed Me

The more I read about burnout, the more I realize that the path to recovery is not a short one.

birthdays

The Third Pandemic Birthday

This year, my son's birthday felt normal again.

COVID-19

How Far We've Come

I no longer feel like I'm staring down a dark tunnel with no visible light.

COVID-19

Out of Options

It has now been 23 months since our schools first shut down.

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Bonded by a Shared Experience

My children have a unique experience in common: the pandemic.

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Putting Her Needs First

I feel like every day is just... waiting.

COVID-19

When There Isn't Space

Everyone has to decide on a risk tolerance.

COVID-19

Another Christmas Alone

We had plans to celebrate Christmas. Our plans have now changed.

COVID-19

The Constant State of Fatigue

November was a difficult month.

birthdays

Another Year Around the Sun

This year, I can look forward a bit more.

pandemic parenting

The Same Thing, Over and Over

I metaphorically threw up my hands and said, "I can't do it."

birthdays

The Second Pandemic Birthday

We have each celebrated a birthday at home, without much fanfare.

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A Bit of Relief

We are gladly accepting help.

pandemic parenting

Introducing the Marble Jars

Trying to keep my kids engaged during remote learning.

pandemic parenting

A Day in the Pandemic

The days are repetitive and exhausting.