August is looming. The summer is hot and we are wondering how much longer must we suffer. Ok, maybe it is just me who is wondering that. I hate summer :p. Nonetheless, we cannot deny that the new school year is coming. It is looming. It will be here. Whether you are a homeschooler, like … Continue reading ABC’s of Starting the New School Year
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10 Reasons to Try Homeschooling Before School Starts
I hear a lot of excuses for why people do not homeschool. Those excuses are always followed simply by me telling someone I homeschool. While I am not judging you for sending your kids to a traditional school and while I could care less for your reasons why you do not homeschool (see 10 Things Homeschool … Continue reading 10 Reasons to Try Homeschooling Before School Starts
It is That Time of the Month to Treat Yourself
Guess what I woke up to today? This outside of my window. Yes, it is April 9th in Maine and this is what I see outside of my window. So wasn't I beyond thrilled when this came to my door. Oh, man was I relieved! This is just what I needed on a … Continue reading It is That Time of the Month to Treat Yourself
10 Things Homeschool Mums Want School Mums to Know
10 Things Homeschool Mums Want School Mums to Know There seems to be a misconception that homeschool mums and schooling mums are somehow different. Like somehow we were born homeschool mums and there is a huge biological difference between homeschool and schooling mums. Guess what? We are not separate subspecies. Alas, we are not and … Continue reading 10 Things Homeschool Mums Want School Mums to Know
When Life Is Crazy
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30 Isn't that … Continue reading When Life Is Crazy
10 Bible Verses to Help with Mum Drama
Being a mum is hard. Despite the obvious hardships-like child rearing- people don't mention another hardship, drama. Drama can come even when you don't expect it! Sure, I can complain. I try to take all my complaining to my husband but I will admit sometimes it slips out and I always feel bad. I like … Continue reading 10 Bible Verses to Help with Mum Drama
Don’t Apologize For Taking Care of Yourself
Life is hard. I am not complaining, I am one of the lucky people who love their life and I hope you are too. But we can't deny it isn't hard. One of the hardest things though is finding time and ways to take care of yourself. Especially as mothers. As mothers we do everything. … Continue reading Don’t Apologize For Taking Care of Yourself
You are doing a Great Job!
I'm trying to finish my coffee before I have to scurry around my home like a crazy person to get the kids and myself ready to go to a volunteering event and I decide this is a good time to catch up on my e-mails before my crazy day starts. Is that ever a good … Continue reading You are doing a Great Job!
Lesson: Miss Rumphius
Miss Rumphius is a favorite story of mine. I have always loved the book. When I was planning my co-op class I knew that I was going to teach Miss Rumphius. So when that day came I was so excited. I only have 30 minutes for 2 age groups to teach. Ages 7 and under and … Continue reading Lesson: Miss Rumphius
Relay For Life Time!
It is that time of year again! Some people wait for the seasons to change or certain sports to start. I wait for the Relay For Life! This Friday and Saturday will be the Penobscot Relay for Life. A two day and one-night event where we raise money and awareness for the American Cancer Society … Continue reading Relay For Life Time!
