Christine Berry MacKenzie
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On the article Are Long School Days the Answer to Educational Concerns?
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On the article Plenty of Fall Events Upcoming in Wilmington
Christine Berry MacKenzie
1:57 pm on Friday, October 12, 2012
ReplyJeni - I have no idea whether or not it is peanut free but I can tell you that the event is run by the Wilmington Recreation Department. You can call them at (978) 658 - 4270 for details.
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On the article How Do Moms Know When Kids Are Old Enough?
Christine Berry MacKenzie
9:18 pm on Tuesday, October 9, 2012
I'd like to point out that when I was presented with the "format" for this column is was titled "life in the mom lane" and, therefore, meant to be written from a mom's point of view. That is not to say that Dad's aren't equally as important as moms, just to say that I am not, by any means, able to speak as one. I would be doing dads a disservice if I tried. At no point have I ever made a negative comment regarding dads in my writing and promise that I never will! In the past, Matt and I have both put out the call for a "Dad Blog" with no real success. I'd like to suggest that you send me an email here on PATCH and perhaps we can sit down over coffee. I would love to interview you for a "special life in the mom lane" filled with your opinions from a dads point of view. In the past I wrote Life in the Mom Lane, Sometimes you just have to laugh" which featured advice from a stand up comedian/dad/grandfather and it full of terrific advice. Please drop me a line and let me know when you are available.
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On the article Elias Country Store Family Helps One of Its Own
Christine Berry MacKenzie
4:39 pm on Friday, August 24, 2012
Gail.... your whole family is in my thoughts and prayers! Please feel free to contact me directly if there is anything else I can do to help you!!
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On the article Wilmington Mosquito Tests Positive for West Nile
Christine Berry MacKenzie
8:03 pm on Thursday, August 16, 2012
ReplyLisa, the Pop Warner Field is being sprayed this evening. In addition a letter has been sent to all participants regarding a time change which will have them off the field before dusk. Parents are also being encouraged to use mosquito spray prior to practice and send extra for additional applications if needed.
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On the article The Secret to Motherhood is a Simple One
Christine Berry MacKenzie
9:23 am on Friday, August 10, 2012
ReplyThank you Carla! I appreciate your support!
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On the article Instincts Help Mother (Goose) Know Best
Christine Berry MacKenzie
6:10 pm on Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Sorry about that Patty! I did manage to direct the little family back to the water where they could cross under the road safely... Thanks for your concern!!
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On the article TIME Cover Raises Questions for Moms
Christine Berry MacKenzie
7:03 pm on Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Thank you so much for your feedback and you kind words Carla! As a mom I work hard to not judge others for their choices and hope that they will do the same for me. Motherhood truly is the hardest job on earth!!
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On the article TIME Cover Raises Questions for Moms
Christine Berry MacKenzie
9:28 pm on Tuesday, May 15, 2012
ReplyOnce again...thank you all for your feedback and support!!
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On the article Massachusetts Banning Bake Sales?
Christine Berry MacKenzie
9:25 pm on Tuesday, May 15, 2012
ReplyThank you for your feedback and support. I truly believe that we, as parents, are responsible for helping our kids learn to be healthy and happy all at the same time.
Christine Berry MacKenzie
6:08 pm on Wednesday, January 9, 2013
Thank you both for your comments and support. While I am not on board with a longer day you definitely make valid points, J.R. There would absolutely need to be a trade off with less homework and longer lunch periods as well as study periods would be a tremendous benefit. I am, however, a HUGE fan of gym class and wish that students were able to have it more, not less, often. I was actually involved in a pilot program for "gifted and talented" students in the 1970's here in Wilmington and would love to see something similar in the school system today. Oh, and as for a late bus, I, too, would like to see it brought back. Bernie, I completely agree that we are both examples of the success of the Wilmington School System over the years. We are among the few people in town who can say that we were a part of the Boutwell School when it was grades 1 - 5. Truly an amazing experience!