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Not on the Fence

I have spent many months in prayer.  Then months in research.  Now is the planning.  Wait and see what comes next.

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It's all Greek

Charlotte Mason, Eclectic, text-book, living books, FIAR, etc.  It is all starts to sound like and feel like another language.  How to choose what is best for our family and individual child.  With a...

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Routine vs Schedule

Yes we have started school.  We started July 11th.  This was so that we could start slow and establish the change or difference between public schooling and home schooling. Routine vs Schedule is what...

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Routines - Part 2

I am finding that using a routine mind frame is easier to set up our "day".  It gets the 3 ladies of the house moving.  I admit that I am not "lazy", but when it comes to getting going, I am a...

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Blog Help!!!!

I am so blog dumb that I have not been blogging because of it.  I have so much to show and tell and no clue what to do.  So those who are following or listening.  Be patient. I am finding some...

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Homeschooling Update

We are having a grand time.  We have our moments, but I do not regret this decision.  We have gone on field trips, taken classes, bonded and feel more relaxed.  This was not possible when they were in...

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Oh FATHER please walk with me

Feeling overwhelmed, out of control, impatient and can't put it in words. I know in my heart and believe that the Lord will not forsake me or give me more than I can handle.  Lately I am feeling...

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Changes and Happenings

TEXAS!!!!!  My DH approached me with a possible change in late October.  After prayers and negotiations, the final decision was made in mid November.  We are moving to Houston.   I grew up in Houston,...

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The Adventure Continues

Okay, so the interior of the house is done and ready for sale.  The weather, time and work hands have been an issue for CURB APPEAL.  I am resorting to hiring a professional, because with our schedule,...

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What is my destiny?

Before you start wondering where the title came from, let us just say that this is the question I did not realize I had. Destiny, what is it?  Why do we wonder?  God has a path for each of us, a...

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Not Dead, Not Focused, Not Sure

I haven't blogged in a while but still breathing, so NOT DEAD.  Too many things running my mind, life and time, so NOT FOCUSED.  So what am I, NOT SURE. I am still a mom.  I am still homeschooling two...

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UN-DO, UN-DO, Okay RE-Do

How many of us would like to have an UN-DO button for our life.  I have too many to count, but know that for each UN-DO there is an "OH" moment to follow.  The "OH"'s are what we learn from for our...

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2012-2013 School Year

This is our second year of homeschooling.  Last year was the year to break public school habits and introduce routines and responsibility. About the Students With all that, we also ended years of ADD...

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Advent vs. Christmas

I am not always eloquent in referencing the Bible.  So please bare with a heart who seeks, loves and praises God but does not always know how to do that in writing.  I am not good at quoting scripture,...

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

I want to wish those that read or check my blog, a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We are a little behind on our lessons, but have enjoyed working on crafts, sewing, cooking and making things for...

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What's New?!!!!!

It has been a while since I wrote on my blog.  Trying to get hubby to help me with some nuances, but he is busy helping teach and with a workload that has increased 150%. We are still using Trail Guide...

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What, NO Valentine's Day?

I proposed not doing Valentine's on Thursday.  You would have thought that I said no more candy (we are about to get braces in the family, so not far from it). We had some things that came up early in...

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I Have a Fever

I have a fever and it is not getting better yet.  I have Springitis.  We have had days with 65+ degree temperature, then highs in the 50s for the next few days. Will we please make a change in the...

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What is new and happening?

A new start and lots of things to do. Where do I begin?  I have asked that question for the last 2 weeks.  I finally asked the right person, GOD.  I consider myself more eclectic and a little unschool,...

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Another year!!!!!

Summer of Learning As we wrap up the "Summer of Learning", we are getting ready for our new year.  We do summer learning to give us a chance to take more time off during the school year.  We usually...

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How to survive a year of homeschooling?

Okay, I don't have the answer to that question.  But I can tell you what I have done. 1.  Relax and pray. 2.  Keep your eye on what is really important.  FAMILY 3.  Adjust. 4.  Regroup or re-evaluate....

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