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The Crazy Orchid Plant and Parenting Insight

Jul172017

Sometimes there are things right under our noses that can speak to our hearts. Take this crazy orchid plant as an example. It sits on my bathroom counter and each morning is something I see as I get ready for the day.  I have N.E.V.E.R. been able to keep an orchid alive. Ever. It has been a bit of a frustration to me, because despite following all of the "rules" they end up deader than … [Continue reading...]

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Homeschool and Life Happenings – The Week of VBS

Jul132017

Before the week even began we knew it was going to be full - but a GOOD full! Our church is running VBS this week and four of us volunteered to help (the youngest, by default, gets to attend until he's old enough to help). It has really been fun even though it means early mornings and some late nights when swim team gets thrown in the mix. Laurianna has been leading worship for the … [Continue reading...]

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What I’m Reading (and the Kids Too)

Jul102017

Although summer seems like it would be the optimal time for reading, it honestly seems like it is the opposite for me. I may have mentioned once or twice that I tend to get distracted easily and this year when the kids want to go to the pool, I end up working on something swim team related or chatting with a family. Which is all good, but I'd love to just curl up in a chair on the porch and … [Continue reading...]

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Homeschool and Life Happenings – The One Where I Lost Track of the Days

Jul62017

Whenever my hubby takes time off from work it throws everything out of whack. I'm so used to having him home only on the weekends, so when he's here and it's not a weekend - well, time goes a bit wacky. When you add in a holiday in the middle of the week, it's even worse. Hence, no blogging this week because until Wednesday it all felt like Saturday.  The above just cracked me up this … [Continue reading...]

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*NEW* WriteShop Junior Level F (Preorder Special)

Jul12017

Our family has been using and loving WriteShop for years. One of the things we have been waiting for is Level F of their Junior program (for grades 5/6). And it's finally available for pre-order!!  WriteShop Junior Book F WriteShop Junior is a creative writing program that appeals to many learning styles. As with all WriteShop products, Book F helps you guide students through … [Continue reading...]

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Homeschool and Life Happenings – Sitting on the Porch Swing Because of Amazing Weather

Jun302017

This past week has been another one full of swimming and GORGEOUS weather. When I say gorgeous, I mean what I consider ideal. Sunny. Mid 70s (ish). One where you can sit on the front porch swing, feel a soft breeze, and not want to change your shirt after five minutes because you are so sticky and/or being eaten alive by bugs.  Laurianna had a bit of a slow recovery too with her teeth so … [Continue reading...]

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