I wish I'd known it from the beginning, but eventually I learned that where homeschooling is concerned, what works for one family may not work for another. Now with a bit more experience under my belt, I have my own ideas and opinions and if you ask me about them, I'll certainly share, … [Read more...]
Embracing the Homeschool Mess
Sometimes you just have to give up! Accepting failure is never easy, but there are times when there is no choice but to wave the white flag of surrender and admit defeat. When you're licked, you're licked. And I have definitely been defeated. The homeschooling mess is here to stay and … [Read more...]
6 Ways I’m Rewarded for Homeschooling
We are a homeschooling family and WE LOVE IT! We believe in the rightness of it and in the educational advantage of it. And give us half a chance and we'll be trying to convince you to homeschool, too! But that said, I never want a prospective homeschooler looking at home education … [Read more...]
Ditching the Training Wheels at the Ripe Ol’ Age of Four
So is learning to ride a bicycle without training wheels an essential life skill? No. I didn't really think so either. But it is an important milestone of childhood, wouldn't you say? I think most parents look forward to the day their child overcomes every fear and … [Read more...]
The Chronicles of Narnia and Homemade Turkish Delight
"It is dull, Son of Adam, to drink without eating," said the Queen presently. "What would you like best to eat?" "Turkish Delight, please, your Majesty," said Edmund. "The Queen let another drop fall from her bottle onto the snow, and instantly there … [Read more...]
Introducing Our Children to Evil
We hadn't made it to the local library in quite some time, so on Monday I promised the kids if they would work hard and finish school early, we would make a trip. As always, it was quite a motivator! Once there, each child was to find at least one nonfiction book on a … [Read more...]
Homeschooling with Mr. Whittaker
If you've never been introduced to Adventures in Odyssey, my, what you've missed! Focus on the Family's audio drama/comedy began in 1987, so a generation has come up listening to and closely following the antics and adventures of the crew at a special ice cream shop called … [Read more...]
Why I Don’t Sweat Preschool
Last week President Obama made a push for universal preschool for 4 year-olds, which has much of the homeschooling community concerned. And with good reason! Any change to the nation's education policy has the potential to impact our homeschooling freedoms. Unfortunately, … [Read more...]
Christmas Crafting–A Winter Sled for the Christmas Tree
With all the shopping and the parties and the programs, December is just one of those months that gets away from you before you know it! Unbelievably, Christmas is one week from today! And no, I'm not ready for it, but I'm really not stressed about it either! I refuse to stress … [Read more...]
The Not-So-Glorious Side of Homeschooling
I wish I woke up every day inspired and energized and eager to teach my children all the wonderful things I want them to learn. But I don't. I wish my kids woke up each day with bright smiles and thankful hearts, grateful for the sacrifices we make to educate them at … [Read more...]
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