Every morning now, the question is shoes or boots? The winter has been a long one. My boys' boots are now leaking water with a few holes in their soles. My daughter's boots are untied most of the time. My kids are sick of wearing their boots. The boots feel heavy on their feet. In contrast, their running shoes feel light and airy. So most mornings they wear their running shoes. The light, airy feeling lasts until first recess when they become completely soaked or mud co

Pretty much everyone I know is sick, so it must be spring. The transition from winter to spring brings with it many wonderful events: 12 hours of sunshine a day Incredibly active and noisy birds Thawing snow Muddy ground That earthy smell of dirt and water No more hats and gloves Frequent walks Puddles Baby animals Our bodies celebrate all this good news by coughing, sneezing, noses dripping, eyes full of gunk, and chest congestion. Spring sickness is the price we pay for all