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bowhunter1023

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I'm somewhat lucky to only have a first grader and she loves to learn. We're not providing much structure, but do have the doing 2 hours a day of active learning, as well as playing her violin daily. There's been a little too much screen time, but with all that's going on, that's not the worst thing that could be happening under my room at the moment.
 
I'm somewhat lucky to only have a first grader and she loves to learn. We're not providing much structure, but do have the doing 2 hours a day of active learning, as well as playing her violin daily. There's been a little too much screen time, but with all that's going on, that's not the worst thing that could be happening under my room at the moment.

Dang Kay is in first grade already.
 

giles

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Yep. Makes me feel old! She's reading at the entry level for 4th grade. She's more articulate than a lot of adults around here 😂 Math isn't her strong suit, so we work on that as much as we can. I tried explaining P&Ls and Balance Sheets to her the other day and she zoned out. Can't imagine way... 😂
It only goes faster...take the good moments for yourself and hold them tight! My first grader is 15.
 

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So far not to bad with a 2nd, 1st and preschooler. Wife is a teacher and we have been in a nice groove the last 3 weeks. Oldest 2 have required online work and the youngest has video sessions with his class.

I stay locked up in the office most of the day, in and out of meetings. I slip out a few times and do laps in the driveway, usually 3-4 miles walking, 20mins at a time. It' hasn't been too bad but it's about to get interesting. Till this week, wife didn't have any requirements for her school/her kids. They had a couple of mtgs. this week and to avoid summer school, new requirements start next week. She has 5 moderate to intensive mutliple-handicap kids.....not sure how this is gonna work.
 

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I'm fortunate on the other end. My youngest is a sophomore. My senior is a freaking nerd. AP classes. NHS, etc. She needs zero prompting. All self directed. Our sophomore (son) has been getting a lot of practice for the e-sports team. He should be at the top of his video games. Lol

I feel for the people with kids in between early grades and late grades. If my kids were 3-8th grade I think it would be more work for us.

On the up side. . .no more missed snow days? Announcement on the phone will say:. Roads suck. School closed. Remember the pandemic school days? Yep. Same thing kids. You'll be home schooling today.
 
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IMO kids shouldnt be getting more than maybe 2 hours a day ( I sort of think that maybe to much). Much rather see a kid learn how to take a part a carburetor, wire something, build something, going on hikes, learning to cook, anything but sitting in front of a computer/tv/video game. My boys are in preschool (supposed to be in Kindergarten) we typically do one school activity a day and try to keep them outside half of the day.
 

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I seen a meme the other day that said something along the lines of all you educated people are sitting at home while the trades keep the world turning.

It takes all of us, I know that. I’m not picking on anyone or putting anyone above anyone else. But education isn’t everything. You still need the dumb grunts.

A couple of years ago I noticed that almost everyone I seen driving before 0600 hrs had on high viz shirts. The last 2 weeks, that is all I’ve seen.

Those of you able to be home while still supporting your family should be thankful. Some of us still get up and drive into work. I am thankful to still have a job as many are out of work wondering what they will do next month. We will get past this folks. It will take every one of us to come out of this on top though. Do what you need to do to take care of those closest to you. Times are gonna get tough and everyone’s battle will be different. Just stand proud by your choice and make things happen.
 

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Lol u aren't hurting anyone. I absolutely agree, I'm loving this shit right now to a certain degree. I hate it for all the others reasons it exists.

I don't leave early or get home later due a 50min commute, I get to see and hear my boys all day and I can only smile with open arms when my 4yr. old blows through the office doors. I get to see my wife work her magic as not only a mother but as a teacher and spouse....but, I'm cognizant of others situations. Not gonna come on here and push the good only. My days are stressful, just in a different way. No different than our days before COVID-19.

Chin up, grind on and see ya on the other side when it all shakes out.
 

5Cent

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IMO kids shouldnt be getting more than maybe 2 hours a day ( I sort of think that maybe to much). Much rather see a kid learn how to take a part a carburetor, wire something, build something, going on hikes, learning to cook, anything but sitting in front of a computer/tv/video game. My boys are in preschool (supposed to be in Kindergarten) we typically do one school activity a day and try to keep them outside half of the day.

Agreed. Lots of mud and exploring has take place the last 3 weeks around our place. Ty got his first experience of walking out of boots in the creek today. That water had to be cold when I made him put that bare foot down so he could use his hands to get the boot. Was no way he was going to be able to get out and then go back and get it😁 Crawdads, basketball, baseball, football and kids ninja warrior in full effect.
 
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hickslawns

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Definitely been a positive vibe for those in the trades in the last couple years. Nice to see them recognized. Not everyone is built for college. That said, I'm sure glad we have requirements. I'd hate for my doctor, nurse, pharmacist, etc to show up at my house with a black bag. I'm envisioning Doc Baker from Little House on the Prairie. I'm glad engineers have degrees. BUT. . . Some of the best engineers I've ever seen barely passed high school. I get what Dave is saying. There is a need for college but it isn't for all. Doesn't mean those without degrees are any less valuable.
 

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It's got nothing to do with degrees or schooling. I know plenty of people with degrees, some with Masters that are still going to work at their place of employment or out in the field. Hell even my company has people going into the same building I work out of. Some states, the local govt has shutdown the building so no matter your place on the totem pole, u no worky until they day so.

It's my specific role that allows me to work from home. If I was still the Engineering Mgr. with the local manufacturing company, I'd be in office everyday right now.

Reading this again today, lets make it clear that level of education means nothing right now. Nor does, race, religion, or political side....the virus doesn't care.
 

5Cent

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those things didn't really matter before. or did they?

I can only speak for myself, yes, some of those things mattered to me. I prefer not to spend my time or energy on liberals and I'm not a fan of being around Muslims. I will give it a 2nd thought now given current environment. The virus, not sure how it feels, but it has shown no prejudice so far.

It's all perspective. I get and respect Dave's feelings from his side of the line. I'll be helping get tractors and planting equipment ready to put seed in the ground. It's not my job, but I fully understand that no seed = no food and a much much bigger issue than unemployment. I won't get paid for it, I won't bitch about it, but I'll pick up that wrench or tub of grease and be right there with my FIL and buddies because it has to be done. Let's not assume we all wear the same shoes and walk the same path.

In the meantime, back on track...spring break starts today thru next week. No home schooling for 6days🤘
 

giles

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It's got nothing to do with degrees or schooling. I know plenty of people with degrees, some with Masters that are still going to work at their place of employment or out in the field. Hell even my company has people going into the same building I work out of. Some states, the local govt has shutdown the building so no matter your place on the totem pole, u no worky until they day so.

It's my specific role that allows me to work from home. If I was still the Engineering Mgr. with the local manufacturing company, I'd be in office everyday right now.

Reading this again today, lets make it clear that level of education means nothing right now. Nor does, race, religion, or political side....the virus doesn't care.
Thanks Adam, that is what I was trying to say.