Even though adding a third kid to the roll is going to be a challenge, I’ve already got books purchased for the older kids. We missed the home school conference last year and I’m so glad we made the stormy trip last week to get it done for the upcoming school year. We had a … [Read more…]
Eye of the Storm song: Ryan Stevenson ..mmm, when my hopes and dreams are far from me, and I’m runnin’ out of faith I see the future I picture slowly fade away And when the tears of pain and heartache Are pouring down my face I find my peace in Jesus’ name.. In the eye … [Read more…]
So there’s a big stink in Europe about privacy policies and you’re supposed to update your subscriptions. Since I think I have just a handful of subscribers, and none of them in Europe I’m not overly concerned, but as always, if you want to opt out of the e-mail that you had to double verify, … [Read more…]
January was a minimalist month for me. I took on a challenge with a small Facebook group to start a minimalist demolition of our homes. We tackled closets, pantries, and our very souls. I’m only sort of kidding. The idea is behind a movement to only have what you need and donate or throw out … [Read more…]
Health and safety has been our priority around here lately. Health and Safety topics that may have come up in discussion include what to do if you’re on fire, what (not) to do if you’re in the snow and lost (stop/sit down), how to properly clean your hands, how germs are spread, and the importance … [Read more…]
You’ve heard the ancient saying ‘people who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones.’ I’ll be the first to admit that as soon as I hear that oft repeated line that I laugh. I just imagine people staring at you as you go to the bathroom through several glass walls. So you’re kind of distorted … [Read more…]
Frogs Frogs and amphibians dominated our school this week(5/1-5/4)! As we eagerly anticipated the impending arrival of our butterflies, our minds took a bit of a jaunt toward the pond! The second round of our animal classifications goes to the frogs and amphibians, of course. Check out our resources HERE, which links back for all … [Read more…]
Bees and Arachnids This week we took insects and invertebrates a bit further and talked specifically about bees and arachnids. Who isn’t a bit afraid of these creatures? After reading a bit about worms and slugs, picking up the life cycle of butterflies and ladybugs, and delving into various books about insects in general, it … [Read more…]
This post may contain affiliate links. Once again we headed to a nearby city for the Great Cloth Diaper Change 2017! This is our 5th change! It started after my oldest was potty trained, but my 2nd went a year, my third twice, and this is the 2nd time for my fourth! The Great Cloth … [Read more…]
Unexpected Break This week ending 4-21 we had an unexpected break. My home schooled kids decided they wanted to stay with grandparents once Easter was over. We worked it out, and despite my getting sick afterward, it turned out okay. They stayed until Tuesday late morning and then my parents brought them home. I had … [Read more…]