Had to comment, though, in re: Veronica’s comment.

I am a teacher, and today I was talking to a custodian in the school ~custodians are always the most understanding and common-sensical folks in the school, btw~ because i was LIVID that I was now having to call an administrator to deal with a student ~something I try to avoid doing; it’s best to handle things yourself~ and he said he would call the parent for a conference on tuesday, which is great, but I’ve already contacted guidance and scheduled a conference with mom, but she didn’t show. I am *really* worried about this kid, and, apparently, she is not.

She probably is, but she doesn’t realize it’s as serious as it is. Still, if she had to cancel the conference she should have re-scheduled. I should be writing HER up, suspending HER. He’s going to be in out of school suspension Tuesday. Great. Another day unsupervised, and out of the classroom.

A little off topic, but I knew Jenn would understand~!

When I do go out by myself with the kids its only for stuff we absolutely need, that way I can fit it in the basket on my stroller. and not have to worry about chasing kids or who gets to be carried or who sits where. They both sit in the stroller. End of Story.

Jenn – I got a few strange looks while I was stuffing my basket full of the dogs. And the cashier cracked up when he saw me.

Michelle – I bought every single one they had — 42 altogether!

Cole – someone better get those dogs fixed and stat!

Leesha – we’re going to cover her and her bed in the dogs tonight, after she goes to sleep, and try to get up before she does tomorrow morning so we can hear her exclamations.

Adelyn – see? Leashes aren’t bad.

Veronica – that’s terrible! I’m glad that it was a decent person that found the little boy and brought him to you. I remember the lockdowns at Targets and the code going out on the walkies… poor kids. :/ That’s really sad that the family didn’t seem to give a crap. Makes me feel better for going bananas if Alyssa wanders away for .2 seconds. I might be overreacting, but damn, at least I’m showing some concern!

Whoa long comment, but had to share. It’s the parents that go after their kids that make me happy. I’ve seen the little doggies at the Target I work at, they’re pretty cute and popular even at a regular price.

You know, I used to hate when I would see people with their kids on a leash. That is until I took my brother’s ex-girlfriend’s little girl to the store one time and wished that I had one.