Personal Thoughts
Simple But Needed
A new homeschool morning routine. Simple but needed. When we began homeschooling over 12 years ago, a morning routine was something we always had. Sure, it evolved from time to...
Why We STILL Homeschool
We have been homeschooling since my oldest son was in PreK. In just a few weeks we will begin our 10th year with an 8th grader, 4th grader and 1st...
You Are Not Alone
Anxiety Anger Guilt Crazy A few years ago I shared my heart with you about my struggles. Many of my struggles feature the words listed above. The comments and emails...
Never Planned to Homeschool
I have a real life friend with a 4 year old, and their family is in the trenches of THE decision. What educational option is best for their family, their...
The Perfect Catalyst
I am struggling as a parent in a very specific area. I am praying, I am seeking, I am reading, I am trying desperately to get out of God’s...
Just Me & a few struggles
My blog is filled with practical ideas for homeschooling. Free printables, loads of toddler teaching ideas, even glimpses into our daily homeschool life. Occasionally I get personal, like when I...
Final Thoughts from Relevant 2010
So, do you think I love my roommate? You can read her thoughts about the conference here and here. I loved meeting Crystal {Money Saving Mom} and getting to...
Down for Days…
I got hit with the nasty pregnancy symptom mimicking flu-ish bug last Thursday night. I woke up around 3am and it all began. I finally emerged Monday around 10:30am, and...
The History of 1+1+1=1 ~ Part 2
~ The History of 1+1+1=1~ Part 1 ~ ~ Part 2 ~ The next big fork in the road on my blog was definitely Tot School. Here is the very...
The History of 1+1+1=1 ~ Part 1
I often reflect privately on where God has taken this blog, as it honestly amazes me. I thought it would be something worthy of sharing as I know many of...
The Advanced Tot
Let me begin this post by saying that I have {so far} 2 completely “typical” children. I don’t believe either are academically gifted, although they are not challenged academically either. ...
Contacting Me
For those of you who read my blog in a reader or via email, I thought I would post my new Contact Me info here in a post. If you...