tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post1984546381820342892..comments2024-03-28T17:53:09.192-04:00Comments on Clover Lane: Ordinary DaysSarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14912466557223829314noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-87833083498773564872019-03-09T07:37:10.458-05:002019-03-09T07:37:10.458-05:00How cool that you've been subbing in school! I...How cool that you've been subbing in school! I teach 4th grade (after 13 years home) and of course I loved what you said about teachers :) You would make a wonderful teacher because you are so wise about children! Those kids are lucky to have you in art class! Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Funny, because I just posted something this week about getting rid of technology! (after having 23 parent/teacher conferences) <br />Have a great day! Tarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12136315204046257756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-1502526434176825142019-02-28T16:54:51.526-05:002019-02-28T16:54:51.526-05:00Sorry Janice I don't mean that-I mean tablets ...Sorry Janice I don't mean that-I mean tablets and video games, and Iphones. We do and have done movies and PBS Kids or sports for older ones. Janey has watched every Arthur that ever existed. :)Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14912466557223829314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-84161233040325095142019-02-28T14:37:58.829-05:002019-02-28T14:37:58.829-05:00I echo what Liz says in her comment. You are a gif...I echo what Liz says in her comment. You are a gift to this world, Sarah.Rebekahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06576634612492761036noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-74487033907337339632019-02-27T22:02:29.078-05:002019-02-27T22:02:29.078-05:00My world always becomes more focused on days that ...My world always becomes more focused on days that I have a "Clover Lane" blog post email waiting in my inbox. The chatter of the outside world quiets and I can feel my resolve renewing to stay the course and preserve my children's childhood. Away from distractions and illusions. I reign in my boundaries and convictions and I re-calibrate. You make the world a better place, Sarah. Continued abundant blessings to you!Lizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01698755765907800755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-68155980287508006732019-02-27T12:45:05.100-05:002019-02-27T12:45:05.100-05:00Regarding technology - there is a marked differenc...Regarding technology - there is a marked difference in my preschooler's behaviour when we allow her tablet access on the weekend. She takes longer to obey and is more disagreeable. Both my husband and I have noticed it so we are working on reducing her already limited access. Thanks for these posts Ms.JayQuehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08973570223617823963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-91114613689818055402019-02-27T11:23:15.096-05:002019-02-27T11:23:15.096-05:00I love your ordinary days posts! I’m curious, what...I love your ordinary days posts! I’m curious, what do you mean by throwing all the technology out? All tv and movies too? We don’t do very much but we do allow movie nights and certain quiet shows like Little Bear DVD’s. Janicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10327626851295816017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-30237444648722862132019-02-26T17:06:56.674-05:002019-02-26T17:06:56.674-05:00What a beautiful church you have, Sarah! I agree ...What a beautiful church you have, Sarah! I agree with you - I find so much comfort in my church when no one is there. I also love going into churches when I am visiting other areas of the country. I love that you are subbing in art class! It must be so nice to be in such a creative environment!! <br />Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14914003734405605959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-23572388931007944872019-02-26T14:41:34.745-05:002019-02-26T14:41:34.745-05:00Sarah - thanks for the advice on technology. My te...Sarah - thanks for the advice on technology. My teaching experience prior to children and my mother heart tell me not to let the kids use iPads, tablets, computers, phones, etc.; however people can sure make you feel silly and make it seem as if your kids will be ill-equipped as they grow. I feel social skills, learning respect, eye contact, how to make conversation, etc is SO much more important. Thanks for reaffirming :) love your posts - they are a gift!!!Katie Dunnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11312155423023390429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-39592417674335395862019-02-26T13:06:23.360-05:002019-02-26T13:06:23.360-05:00That reminds me of the church I grew up in... Ours...That reminds me of the church I grew up in... Ours now is more modern, but we have the same banners as the cloths for your altar... My niece and I just grabbed a recipe for homemade finger paint made from cornstarch out of a church cookbook - I saw a Kool Aid dough recipe in there too! Fun stuff. She & play board games and paint or scrapbook a lot - such wonderful down time... StorkWatcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07334210091819016867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-25377796302078246292019-02-26T12:23:48.250-05:002019-02-26T12:23:48.250-05:00My husband and I were just talking about the techn...My husband and I were just talking about the technology problems these days. He was listening to a podcast where someone related a story about 6 different families who were seeking help for their "out-of-control" kids who were currently on medication for ADHD. The medication wasn't working any more and they were completely at a loss of what to do next. This individual encouraged them to put a ban on all devices and gave them some other suggestions (play outside, regular bedtimes, family meals, etc.) All 6 families reported a huge change in their kids' behavior in just a few weeks time and they were all able to go off their medication. <br />It is just common sense, isn't it? I could go on and on about it, but I'll just stop now :)Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06840899919839696746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-31302006145919098562019-02-26T09:55:21.573-05:002019-02-26T09:55:21.573-05:00Don't we learn such patience as we get older a...Don't we learn such patience as we get older and our children grow. My first just turned 16 and got his license, and I've surprised myself by actually surviving.<br /><br />How I love reading your ordinary days! xoChristihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17732288654277612085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2331752969086770281.post-82363869561331836262019-02-26T09:19:43.112-05:002019-02-26T09:19:43.112-05:00Hi Sarah, had to chime in about the churches: here...Hi Sarah, had to chime in about the churches: here in Europe we are surrounded by original churches from the 11th century onwards. Our own congregation meets in a building from the year 1237, hard to fathom! I just love the thoughts of all those prayers, all those services, and all the sorrow and joy people took with them to those holy places. Many buildings are no longer used as a church and I am so grateful if they get some kind of occupancy that is in keeping with the original function of the building. Have to agree with you, praying in a silent, empty building is wonderful. Sophie van Wijnenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01067747444694052723noreply@blogger.com