We set aside a time each Friday for the kids to tell me their stories, and it is a cherished block every week…as are the times that they let our friends read their stories out loud.
Tag: Charlotte Mason
Parenting Lessons in Sewing a Dress
Ana Lia wanted to learn to sew her own clothes. Using her new sewing machine, she and I spent several days working on her project, and it was an unmitigated success.
Learning New Skills for the Joy of It
I learned to draw and to crochet over the last year, not so that I could be more productive but so that I could enjoy more activities.
The New (To Me) World of Classical Culture
As part of our homeshcool this year, we dove into some of the classics, including painters, composers, and poets.
The Patience in a Cup of Tea
It’s been a long time coming, but I have embraced the beauty and joy in a cup of tea.
A Connected Christmas: Our Exploration for Family Traditions
Christmas as a holiday has felt weird for me since we had children, never quite knowing what we wanted to include. This year we began searching for the right fit.
Our Daily Schedule – Ages 3, 5, and 6
Our schedule changes as the kid outgrow naps and develop new needs. Here is the way our days are currently structured.
Choosing to Live Life Rather Than Live Anxiety
There are times I have to choose to prioritize my mental health, and there are other times when my anxiety needs to take a back seat.
Book Review: Laying Down the Rails by Sonya Shafer
“Discover the secret to smooth and easy days!” This quotation on the back of the book caught my attention as seemingly overpromising. But this book really does provide that…through a lot of focus, investment, and hard work.
At the Beginning of Our Homeschooling Journey
We are only just beginning our homeschool journey, but we have had some twists and turns already. I’m looking forward to the many that are to come.