I started reading a book today entitled Homeschooling With a Meek and Quiet Spirit by Teri Maxwell. She said that it has been years since she has yelled at her children; now she only struggles with speaking in an irritated tone. Oh, I would love to reach that point in my life. It might take me … [Read more...] about Meek and Quiet Spirit
Homeschooling Time
Homeschool Convention
My husband and I had the wonderful opportunity to attend the Illinois Christian Home Educator's Convention this past Friday and Saturday. Thanks so much to my mom for babysitting our four little ones. I'm in between babies right now, so we were able to attend alone! This convention is … [Read more...] about Homeschool Convention
Porcupine Picture
Salt Clay Porcupines
This morning we made salt clay porcupines. I got the idea from The Little Hands Art Book by Judy Press. We mixed up the salt clay (recipe below), and each of the kids formed it into an elongated ball (like a potato). I broke popcicle sticks in half to stick in the bottom for feet. They poked … [Read more...] about Salt Clay Porcupines
Children’s Picture Books
Here are some children's picture books that I have enjoyed: A is For Adam and D is For Dinosaur by Ken and Mally Ham (great for creation science) Where Does God Sleep, Momma by Nancy Bestmann The Quiltmaker's Gift by Jeff Brumbeau (one of my favorites!) M is For … [Read more...] about Children’s Picture Books
Blogging/ New Schedule: 2006
Well, I am determined to get back to blogging. I have a stack of things by the computer that I want to write about and just haven't been able to get to it. One thing I decided to do this week was to be more scheduled in the morning hours. I've been good about other times of the … [Read more...] about Blogging/ New Schedule: 2006
