Tag: parenting

An adult and a kid's hand next to each other, both with a cat hand stamp

What I’m Thinking Now: Second Week of Preschool

satsumaart's avatar 18 September 2019

Preschool has begun. Before this, I had a vague understanding that the start of the school year meant parents got …

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Toddler in a red sun hat

What I’m Thinking Now: Preschool Starts Soon, Part II

satsumaart's avatar 4 September 2019

Our first steps into co-op life.

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What I’m Thinking Now: Preschool Starts Soon, Part I

satsumaart's avatar 3 September 2019

It's really that time.

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What I’m Thinking Now: We Actually Had a Relaxing Family Vacation

satsumaart's avatar 29 August 2019

We took a family vacation to Alaska, and actually enjoyed it!

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Black ink sketches of people in a Reykjavík square

What I’m Thinking Now: Friendship Makes the Finite Limitless

satsumaart's avatar 27 August 2019

At a time in my life when friendships are changing and sometimes challenging, I feel special gratitude for the many …

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Greyscale ink sketch of a toddler in a sketchbook on a cafe table

What I’m Thinking Now: Parenting as a Highly Sensitive Person

satsumaart's avatar 24 August 2019

Highly sensitive people can't compare themselves to other people in most things. Parenting is no exception.

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How to Make Art with a Toddler

satsumaart's avatar 16 May 2019

I reflect on my upcoming art show, How to Make Art with a Toddler.

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