tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post8036592172630108928..comments2023-10-29T10:24:23.730-04:00Comments on Things I Can't Say: Pour Your Heart Out: A Glass At His Own PaceShellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06811697675090627618noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-26609459231019270492010-12-30T22:54:21.008-05:002010-12-30T22:54:21.008-05:00It makes me wonder what that teacher was thinking ...It makes me wonder what that teacher was thinking when she considered having Bear sit out? As if that would have made the situation any better. I'm glad to hear that he did sing some songs and participate as much as he felt like. My daughter who is in the 2nd grade still doesn't like to sing with her class in special music performances. She LOVES to sing to the radio and sings in the shower, but in front of a crowd. Forget it! <br />He may never like to be up on stage. It might not have anything to do with his poisoning,it may just be who Bear is. I read another comment about holding him another year. That might be a great option.He could get another year of preschool and it could better prepare him for "real" school. It's a great thought to consider. :)Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13493576726012326958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-73419984839526269252010-12-30T08:07:47.317-05:002010-12-30T08:07:47.317-05:00Like everyone else, I don't understand why the...Like everyone else, I don't understand why the teacher was singling him out. It's preschool. Preschool pretty much means doing things on their own time. They're just figuring out how to stand in a line and sit in their seat, at that age. Good for your little man. He sang the song, but even if he hadn't, it sounds like he is doing a remarkable job. <br /><br />Sorry I haven't been around so much, friend. Hopefully soon, I'll be back more, once we get all the senior citizens around these parts back on track.Joann Mannixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11163491824085428085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-29430371375390625742010-12-29T22:26:47.296-05:002010-12-29T22:26:47.296-05:00I'm kind of disappointed in the teacher's ...I'm kind of disappointed in the teacher's attitude, but he totally reminds me of Baby Girl in her dance program. And Bo in general. Some children walk to the beat of their own drummer & quite often they end up leading the band. Man, that's pretty deep & I just made it up. Hugs!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07589330892217693717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-41845084275529269802010-12-29T21:04:09.601-05:002010-12-29T21:04:09.601-05:00Really, they were considering not including him be...Really, they were considering not including him because he wasn't interested in practicing? I am really surprised at that. It is a preschool Christmas program - no a competition, who cares if they choose not to sing? Ben had one little girl at his - standing next to him - who was screaming at her sibling in the audience during one whole song... LOL <br /><br />Zach never really participated at any of his programs, he would stand there and every so often make a motion or say a word, but that was about it.<br /><br />You never know what they are going to do at this age!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-46349640637185511692010-12-29T20:59:51.057-05:002010-12-29T20:59:51.057-05:00Sounds like Bear did awesome!!! He probably did b...Sounds like Bear did awesome!!! He probably did better than some kids, and not as well as others....sounds about right on track with the way kids are, which means that he is bouncing back from his illness so well. <br /><br />On a personal note, I didn't appreciate Doodles late birthday until late in his kindergarten year. Quoting from his pediatrician, "starting school at 6 is not that bad of an idea, especially for a boy." :)<br /><br />Hope you have a wonderful New Year!kchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04840055950535979236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-7384962500982967332010-12-29T19:24:06.190-05:002010-12-29T19:24:06.190-05:00ALL kids go through that. My son if 5 and this is ...ALL kids go through that. My son if 5 and this is the first year (he has been in preschool sine 2) that he participated. My daughter who sings all day, in class, in church, even during her brother's performances. Cried and wouldn't go on stage for hers. <br /><br />I can only imagine how hard it is for you knowing what you do, but it's totally normal :-)Melissa Haakhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06692372175623299858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-39829325184609252322010-12-29T19:11:22.864-05:002010-12-29T19:11:22.864-05:00But WHY were they thinking about having him sit it...But WHY were they thinking about having him sit it out in the first place??? I don't get it. :(<br />And, seriously, we see kids in the First grade that DON'T sing. They wander in their spot...know what I mean? Look around, watch the other kids, walk in place, do anything but sing.Maceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01405187347144334323noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-1252796196444290132010-12-29T18:45:21.565-05:002010-12-29T18:45:21.565-05:00Sounds like Bear fits in well with the kids his ag...Sounds like Bear fits in well with the kids his age... behavior wise while singing in front of an audience. I know some grownups that would rather lay down and hide too. ;-)<br /><br />I love to hear little people sing! It's precious!Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00082463692919691998noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-16523816928832614642010-12-29T18:32:09.667-05:002010-12-29T18:32:09.667-05:00It is so true how we pay attention to our children...It is so true how we pay attention to our children but not notice the others who may not be singing. Since my children are grown I can tell you that I have been to so many performances where children did not participate or did silly things and that is what makes those programs so special. Thank you for sharing your heart.Debby@Just Breathehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11685398064340027809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-68112806738221150952010-12-29T16:44:04.435-05:002010-12-29T16:44:04.435-05:00I am really glad that he loves to sing! My Sadie l...I am really glad that he loves to sing! My Sadie loves to also. But you know what, she would be shy on stage too. Her preschool doesn't have a signing holiday program. I wish they did! I am so glad that teacher didn't make him sit out: that would be way uncool!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-24180129563290993882010-12-29T16:13:32.555-05:002010-12-29T16:13:32.555-05:00That's really unbelievable she'd ask him t...That's really unbelievable she'd ask him to sit out. So glad she didn't! Every assembly we've been to there are kids who don't sing. Who cares? They're not auditioning for American Idol! As long as they're not shoving other kids or screaming, let 'em stand there. It's all good.Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14025221975648580117noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-80412323515440903102010-12-29T15:15:48.435-05:002010-12-29T15:15:48.435-05:00I am mad at the teacher for even thinking he shoul...I am mad at the teacher for even thinking he should sit out! You are so right that at that age, you have to cut them some slack. They're still sooooo young and we all tend to focus more on our own kids, when others' kids may even be doing the same thing (i.e. not singing/doing the moves).Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13214914707096410664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-46302949870363480492010-12-29T15:14:11.782-05:002010-12-29T15:14:11.782-05:00Touching story Shell.
Our mother-eyes are totally ...Touching story Shell.<br />Our mother-eyes are totally focussed on our own kid and we almost stop breathing we are so anxious for them up on stage!<br />Most kids freeze on stage, I've found. Most of them are standing there like deer in the headlights! The one or two who are comfortable up there tend to stand out.<br />So your Bear did AMAZING!<br />And I'll bet that as he grows more comfortable up there with the lights on him and the hundreds of people staring, he will forget his shyness and be able to relax and just do what he loves... sing!<br />xxSimoneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09554122579485306611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-82833826275524365622010-12-29T15:06:41.271-05:002010-12-29T15:06:41.271-05:00so many kids at that age don't sing or sing ha...so many kids at that age don't sing or sing half...he is right in there! We had a kinder this year crying at our Thanksgiving performance it just didn't sit right with him...it happens.AZLBhttp://www.thelovebugadventures.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-5174225349347011942010-12-29T14:19:44.340-05:002010-12-29T14:19:44.340-05:00I can only imagine what this next phase will be li...I can only imagine what this next phase will be like for me. I'm sure I'll feel the same as you, completely invested in what he does or doesn't do in his class recital.Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01564542013071462911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-72016351659277974682010-12-29T14:19:01.233-05:002010-12-29T14:19:01.233-05:00BTW, my oldest STILL would not do something like t...BTW, my oldest STILL would not do something like this. LOL Bear would win in a sing off for sure!Adriennehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13528968129655668573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-79149674711949860042010-12-29T14:18:06.114-05:002010-12-29T14:18:06.114-05:00Yeah Bear! Way to go!! I think this sounds perfect...Yeah Bear! Way to go!! I think this sounds perfectly normal. I know I'm super senstive to my oldest's traits, but I often find that not many others even notice some of the things I worry about. Then I always find kids doing the same things. I try to always remember every child is unique and moves at their own pace. I think Bear rocked the house! :)Adriennehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13528968129655668573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-14635059268822518142010-12-29T14:14:37.499-05:002010-12-29T14:14:37.499-05:00So glad it went well for the most part! His littl...So glad it went well for the most part! His little triangle? Perfect:)Krystyn @ Really, Are You Serious?https://www.blogger.com/profile/02910477558968993067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-62618829079198602672010-12-29T13:12:23.015-05:002010-12-29T13:12:23.015-05:00Hi there, new follower here! I found your site on ...Hi there, new follower here! I found your site on the blog hop. I hope you'll follow me back.<br /><br />~Steph<br />http://fortheluvofsanity.blogspot.comPain SUXhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04601811697473491555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-55687293189157299462010-12-29T13:09:40.003-05:002010-12-29T13:09:40.003-05:00It's like our parenting results are on the sta...It's like our parenting results are on the stage for all to see. And that hurts. I have been both tormented and beaming proud. I pray all mothers have a chance to experience both. It helps us not to be so judgmental. <br /><br />Kids are kids and that's why they are so stinking adorable. Just think how boring it would be if everyone's kids were perfect.TerriGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07040771745533763494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-17198135059953822422010-12-29T12:05:21.485-05:002010-12-29T12:05:21.485-05:00I would say that half of Kate's class didn'...I would say that half of Kate's class didn't do what they were supposed to for their Christmas program as far as words and hand motions goes.Lizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06022297670179924365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-86351465150183243832010-12-29T11:55:31.495-05:002010-12-29T11:55:31.495-05:00Shell, It really does sound like he did well - bet...Shell, It really does sound like he did well - better than the boys standing and not singing. You know, I never would have ever given a second thought to lead poisoning if not for finding your space here. I hear ads on the radio now that I never paid attention to before. This makes me realize that if you raised awareness for me – well we can multiply that by a whole bunch. You are a terrific mom – and your voice is heard. Your bear sounds like he’s gettin’ the job done. God bless you both – and all of yours. Thank you.Craighttp://deepintolove.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-75853080931708198422010-12-29T11:28:15.029-05:002010-12-29T11:28:15.029-05:00I think it's awesome that he loves to sing. Ju...I think it's awesome that he loves to sing. Just remember, just like adults, kids will do things when they want to and when they feel like it ;)Kimberlyhttp://makemommygosomethingsomething.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-81080253472516698922010-12-29T11:11:51.375-05:002010-12-29T11:11:51.375-05:00Performing in front of a crowd is scary! Sounds l...Performing in front of a crowd is scary! Sounds like he did awesome to me! Heck, maybe he just didn't like the songs he didn't sing, or was giving the other kids a chance to be heard since otherwise he outshines them :)TheBabyMammaChronicleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17210832629299621129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3027534132693377698.post-83650017749485014272010-12-29T11:04:37.233-05:002010-12-29T11:04:37.233-05:00I'm curious too why she would ask him to sit o...I'm curious too why she would ask him to sit out? I know you've mentioned some of his 'problems' before but I can't place why not singing.<br /><br />I'm glad he got up and sang a bit!<br /><br />I used to lip sync during my choral concerts. I don't know what it was, fine in rehearsals but lip syncing the big show.Babes Mamihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07358199545037517298noreply@blogger.com