It happened, of course. The weekend before my son's very first school photos at preschool found us outside waving goodbye to our friends who had just visited us from out of state. My bubbly, intense four-year-old boy was stomping...
While sitting in my son’s Pre-k school parking lot after dropping him off on his first day (no, I haven’t left yet), I am struck with so many emotions. Pride of seeing my two-year-old walk in with zero fear...
We hear about empty nesters - parents whose children have left home for college - but we don't often hear about the strange empty space left behind when you suddenly have all your children in school. I am far from...
We bought a phone for our six-year-old and four-year-old. But not just any phone. A rotary phone. And it was the best idea we’ve had in a long time. Before I get too far into this, I do have to...
Back to school is upon us! Whether your kiddo is having some separation anxiety or is nervous about starting at a new school, these books will help calm their nerves! Here are some of our favorite books for younger...
I cannot take credit for the amazing person my son is growing into. I do my best to provide a loving environment where he can be himself. I focus on nurturing his interests and this little man of mine,...
“I don’t want someone else raising my child.” The first time I saw this comment was on social media and I was in my early 20’s with a newborn baby. I had just returned to work after an unpaid, short...
It seems like a lifetime ago that the 2020/2021 school year started. The uncertainty, stress, and fear that occurred last fall sometimes feel somewhat hard to remember now that things are slowly returning to normal. Remember when we all had...
Before I even get into the magic of the “chip jar” and what it has done for my kids’ behavior, I have to give ALL of the credit to my friend Kristen (hey, buddy!) This was all her idea...
My kids (four and five) LOVE playing board games. I bet we play four a day. And honestly, it’s the one thing that I really don’t mind playing with them. There are a ton of lessons to learn from...

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Mason Prep is an independent, Pre-K-8th school located in the heart of downtown Charleston. Mason Prep's strong academics, engaging activities, and consistent character education create...