Entering 2009

The beginning of this year has come along with a few changes for me and my family. I've stopped working from home in the job I had for over 3 years. It's been quite a change. It means playing with my sons without guilt or worrying about the few hours of work to go before bedtime, and focusing on projects around our home that have been put off and put off. It also means that I can devote more time to My Monkeys and Me, which I am incredibly excited and happy for.

So what's going on with monkeys? The big guy has begun going to preschool daily for mornings only. It was definitely the right time to increase from 3 days to 5. The curriculum at the school is really based on 5 days and he has already begun to learn so much. With two more days, it's sure to have a positive effect. We've also found that he just hasn't adjusted to going some days and not others. So far, we've been happy with the change.

The little monkey is also doing well and enjoying having me available for more time. I've been working on recipes for him that the whole family can enjoy. Not an easy thing with all of his allergies and foods to avoid. We're also working on his talking. Since he's learning two languages at the same time, it's no wonder that he's a bit behind. I'm hoping to encourage him to speak more and more in either language.

Finally there's me...I've got some new things to try out as I manage our home and some things I'll be doing for me...(big shocker, I know). I'll be sure to keep you all posted on what's working and what isn't.