When I was first thinking about homeschooling, I did countless Google searches about curriculum for various grades. I was new to the homeschool world and had no idea what was out there. Reading blog post after blog post helped me realize that the resources and curriculum available to today’s homeschoolers are almost limitless. Of course, that creates another problem — how to choose what to use each year. All I can say is that, with time, I'm starting to learn which curricula are the best ... Read More about Our 5th Grade Homeschool Curriculum
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Mostly Wordless Wednesday {11-15-17}
It was a frosty morning, but the sun was out, and I couldn't resist the combination. I ran outside for 2 minutes before we started school to grab a few shots. ... Read More about Mostly Wordless Wednesday {11-15-17}
Thankfulness Leaves: A Thanksgiving Tradition
Thanksgiving is more than a single day out of the year. It’s a season full of memories and traditions. Pumpkin pie, spending time with relatives you haven’t seen in ages, football games, Thanksgiving Day parades. For some, it’s the time of year when the Christmas decorations come out. Others can’t wait until Black Friday to snag a good deal. And still others look forward to that long food-coma-nap in the recliner. One of my most treasured Thanksgiving traditions and memories is that of ... Read More about Thankfulness Leaves: A Thanksgiving Tradition
Seven Board Games to Play After Your Holiday Meal
Looking for some board games to play after a family meal this holiday season? Check out these seven games, and see if one is a fit for your gathering! With the holidays approaching, I know many people start thinking about the meals they’re going to make, the football games they’re going to watch, or the sales they're going to hit. But not me. (Well, maybe meals, a little bit.) Instead, I start thinking about the board games I’m going to play. Family gatherings (whether immediate family only, ... Read More about Seven Board Games to Play After Your Holiday Meal
Unsent Letters #5
Dear Ice Dispenser: First, let me just say that I appreciate having you. It’s so nice to be able to get ice without wrangling an ice tray; to not have to worry about whether someone used all the ice cubes except one, and didn’t fill the tray back up; to have “ice on demand” when I need a cold glass of water. But there’s a little tiny thing I’d like you to work on. You see, the ideal number of ice cubes for a glass of water is…well, maybe 3-5 cubes. But you? You either give me zero (just ... Read More about Unsent Letters #5