The Results
So, the teacher conference went well. My son knows his numbers and letters. There were some weird things he didn’t know. Like the color tan. Um, okay. Didn’t realize that was a more important color than beige or peach. I can see it now. Color remediation classes.
Me: “What color is that, sweetie?”
Him: “White.”
Me: “No, darling child, that is eggshell. Now let’s practice ecru and periwinkle.”
Let’s be real. Most people really don’t care. 
I love that advertisement where the boyfriend is dragged shoe shopping and the girl asks for his opinion on black heels. To him, they all look alike. I can see my boy being the same way.
The other thing he didn’t know was where his ankles or heels were. So we’ll have to do a little more body part labeling. 
Point to your clavicle! Now your spine! Yes, that’s right. Shake that gluteus maximus. :headspin:
I’m glad so many of you enjoyed my theme song. I think I may add to the lyrics and see if I can’t get a complete version. 
In publishing news, two agents declined. One said the historical market was too tight and I might want to try another genre. The other invited me to send something else. Ah well, I sent out another query yesterday.
Enjoy your weekend! 
Michelle posted in Writing @ 8:26 am | Viewed 808 times
Peggy Says:
Hugs on the agent declines, Michelle, congrats on the request for “send something else” and good for you for getting it right back out there!
StDebb Says:
When my son was little, he had a problem with the difference between “shoulder” and “elbow.” He’s 13 now, though, and he’s got it figured out.
Debbie
Tori Lennox Says:
And don’t forget to mark the distinction between regular white and winter white.
Bonnie Ferguson Says:
(((Michelle)))
But woo hoo on getting another query out there.
beth Says:
Good luck with the continuing agent search - you’re going to find the right person! It’s great that you’re so persistent - I probably would’ve needed a day or two for a pity party.
Tan? Who cares about tan? If he’s got the primaries down at his age, I’m guessing he’s fine and you’re also absolutely right, men just don’t care about colors beyond the basics. (Do you really want to raise a son who says, “No, mother, that particular of ecru in your blouse is just not right with the marigold in your skirt.”?)
Brian Says:
Our pediatrician quizzes the kids on things like colors/numbers/body parts as a part of their physical exam. It surprised me with our oldest, but I’m thrilled that we have a doctor that is interested in the “whole” child. In preparation for my son’s 3 year-old appointment I taught him where his spleen was. My wife set the appointment (conveniently?) when I had a work commitment and couldn’t come along. There’s always next year…:batman: