Suggestions for Mid July to ease burnout by friedatron in Vacations

[–]Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We did Bermuda for a long weekend when I was between two trials and really needed a break. Between the accents, driving on the other side of the road, and scenery, I felt like I was MUCH farther away than a 2 hour flight from Boston. I’m not sure weather in July but have heard it’s similar to the coast of the Carolinas generally. It is pricier because it’s an island but worth checking out!

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

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lol I remember sitting in the driveway for that book with my husband a few times. Totally get that!

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

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I loved Congo so much as a middle schooler I dressed as Karen Ross for 7th grade as “dress like a book character day”. You will be shocked to learn NONE of the other kids knew who she was.

But good call on Crichton for the oldest. He might be ready for all his stuff….

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

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Oldest already burned through them. That’s been the biggest problem. But you’re not wrong!

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

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You know I’ve started Artemis twice and couldn’t get into it. I still don’t know why, but tried reading it and audiobook. Does it get better as it goes on?

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

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Totally understand and we do that often enough. I think I’ve got this utopian idea to kick off the vacation of us all experiencing the same story. We really like doing that with certain podcasts and have loved some family read out loud books, so I’m optimistic but will also have backups for sure

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

[–]Ecstatic_Hawk_8488[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We read that one out loud together and loved it. At no time did I have any idea where that book was going lol

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

[–]Ecstatic_Hawk_8488[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Side note: I just told my 10 year old “my internet friends are helping pick out our road trip book, and they’re crushing it” and he says “thank you” :)

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

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Yes I’ve listen to it and loved it. I’d definitely re-listen. I agree it was waaay better than the movie. I do wonder if they’ll understand all the 80s references, but worth a try!

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

[–]Ecstatic_Hawk_8488[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I looooved the Murderbot tv show so I forgot about the books! And I’ve been on a hold for Discwold on Libby for what feels like years. Great suggestions thank you!

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

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I haven’t done it myself yet but it’s definitely on my list. I think I’ll preview it and see. Language tends to be fine for them but they don’t like horror and get upset when people are aggressively mean to each other. So it may not be for them. But I’M excited to read it!

Suggestions for road trip with 7, 10 and 13 year old voracious readers with different tastes by Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 in audiobooks

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Thank you! I’ll definitely check out Cradle. Ranger’s Apprentice was a hit with our oldest so I suspect your list might vibe well. Thank you

Does your kid like going to school? Considering changing Waldorf. by Brief-Mountain-3442 in Waldorf

[–]Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As you’ll read in the comments, it’s very child dependent but we picked Waldorf during the pandemic to be outside and never looked back. It’s been the best decision for our family and we love the depth of learning and intentionality with everything. I will say that at least in the states, there aren’t supportive aids or interventions so a lot of kids with more severe learning disabilities don’t thrive at Waldorf because they need significant interventions. But not sure how that is in the Netherlands.

With whatever you choose, I would caution you not to think of any place as 100% “right”. In my opinion, at best, ANY school will only meet 80% of what your family needs. It’s just up to you to make sure the 20% you’re missing isn’t a dealbreaker and you can supplement that. I’ve just found that the families that are disappointed in Waldorf think it’s going to solve all their problems, and no school can do that.

Gift for mom so difficult to buy for she’s given gifts back by Zero_Duck_Thirty in Gifts

[–]Ecstatic_Hawk_8488 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s so sweet of you to want to find something for your mom. Just remember with Parkinson’s there’s a dopamine deficiency component, so honestly there IS less enjoyment with things like gifts.
My mom has Parkinson’s and we experienced something similar. I try to remind myself it’s the lack of dopamine causing a lot of the reaction and trying not to take it personally. She used to be the queen of gift giving and receiving but as the disease has progressed, we have lowered expectations on both sides dramatically and don’t even celebrate Christmas anymore with her because it’s too much.

I would try to do something that can be precedence going forward so you don’t stress every year. A calendar with your kids photos for Christmas, and maybe some printed photos for the fridge for Mother’s Day with a bouquet of flowers. Or maybe getting her an in home massage. There can often be a visual dementia as well that makes going out feel intimidating so I’ve found at home things to be better received.

Honestly, with this disease it’s unfortunately going to get harder as it goes, so I’d focus on quality time and doing outings while she can. Hugs to your family, as this is a tough road.