that mother

i have always believed that i would have no problem not being that mother.  the over-controlling helicopter parent type.  but daycare almost made me do it...

a few weeks ago, they sent home progress reports with each of the kids.  i expected nothing but the best from pickle and winced thinking about reading Q's.

but then i read caroline's...

the kids are rated on numerous categories - 43 for pickle's age.  the scale is "A" for always, "S" for sometimes, and "N" for not exhibiting.  i knew she wasn't going to get straight A's because they have categories for potty-training.  and botany.  (totally not kidding.)

she got "S"s on these categories:

• communicates in 3-4 word sentences
• repeats simple songs and finger plays
• names familiar objects in pictures
• masters appropriate gross motor skills (hopping, jumping, running)

have they actually met caroline????

the girl only communicates in full sentences.  she usually uses better grammar and vocabulary than her brother, and many people i work with.  she knows every song and dance they do at school - and does them regularly without prompting.  she knows the chorus to sweet caroline.  the actual words.  not just the bum bum bums.  most red sox fans don't even know the actual words.  she does elaborate dances with twirls and leaps.

but only an "S"?  really???

i resisted the urge to question the grading.  but dang...