I usually post our homeschool curriculum choices here every year. A disclaimer: by posting this list, I’m not necessarily making recommendations. We do what works for us as a family and the children individually. I’m not claiming to know what’s right for your family. Reading through this list may look like “less” or “more” than […]
Pregnancy Update: 19 Weeks
Yesterday was a visit to the OB/GYN for yet another ultrasound. I was hoping for really, really good news. Which for me would be the word that I don’t have to SEE the OB/GYN again and could resume prenatal care with my midwives. (No offense Mr. Doc, but I know you understand.) The ultrasound revealed […]
My #1 Homeschooling Productivity Tip
Although the girls started last week, yesterday was our official back to school day. It went very well. We even got finished up early, at around 1:15. Which was good, because by then I was totally pooped and needed a nap. I was reminded of something early on however, as my morning almost got derailed […]
What a Difference a Year Makes: Homeschooling and Maturity
While our official back to school date is August 25, the girls decided to start this week. I’m particularly impressed by the change in Sadie, who will be 9 in a few days. Last year was difficult for her. She struggled with focus. It was difficult for her to pay attention for more than a […]
Simplifying My Life (Before Baby)
Keeping things simple is an ongoing quest for me. But especially avant bebe, I begin to ask myself how I can make my routine a little easier. It started with creating a new laundry system. And things like getting my weekly and daily homeschool routines down on paper. There are a couple more things I’m […]
I Read Some Books, Y’all (Twitterature)
I totally forgot to keep track of the books I read last month, so there was no Twitterature post for July. Here’s what I’ve been reading lately: The Art of Non-Conformity: Set Your Own Rules, Live the Life You Want, and Change the World by Chris Guillebeau. I have been wanting to read this book […]
Talking About Miscarriage
I found a post yesterday that I felt needed sharing, via DesignMom’s blog. It’s here: The Things You Wish Someone Had Told You About Miscarriage. (For the more sensitive among you, there is a swear word in the post, which feels not out of place for me, considering the nature of the topic – but […]
Two Years Ago
Two years ago, this happened. Now, she enjoys painting au plein air. And insists on swinging in the big swing, all the while managing not to drop her purse. Excuse me, where does the time go?
All Packed Up, No Place To Go: Lessons Learned
As I mentioned in an earlier post, we’re all packed up with no place to go (yet). At first, I felt really frustrated at this situation, but once I realized it was out of my hands, I made peace with it and tried to look on the bright side. In addition to learning the lesson […]
17 Weeks
17 weeks, 2 days. I’m feeling a bit better. Instead of being unrelenting, the nausea is now mostly striking me at specific times of day, usually evenings. I’ll take it! My energy level is better too. I’m getting up early in the mornings again, which feels great, and also explains the phenomenon of blog posts […]