Posted in Future, Homeschooling, Max on April 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
“…but I don’t act like that at school, mama! I always listen to my teachers…” – Max
It was an interesting thing to hear from my oldest, that he recognizes how differently he behaves at school than at home. It also made me feel like school, although he does well, the teachers love him, [...]
Posted in Homeschooling, Illness on February 12, 2008 | 1 Comment »
I have been knocked-out-dragged-down-dead- tired for the past 5 days. I think my body is finally on the mend from this nasty cold. Oh yeah, and of-course I got my period just as I was starting to get sick. Good times.
So, I’ve decided to put Max back into his old preschool. [...]
Posted in BellaGrace, Hal, Homeschooling, Marriage on January 30, 2008 | 3 Comments »
I sent a letter to one of my friends this morning and feel I need to record those sentiments here:
Just wanted to throw something out your way… I know we all have different time tables for when we are up for more challenges than just surviving with a newborn and toddler. It took me [...]
Posted in Homeschooling on January 28, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Tomorrow is Max’s first day of Home School Pre-School. Our day as I see it looks like this:
Breakfast
Free Play
Story Time
Snack
Art Time
Outdoor/Explore Time
Music Time
Lunch
Book Time
Quite Time
Puzzle/Game Time
Free Play
Dinner
Of-course this is a loose schedule designed to keep *me* focused and motivated. I am both terrified and excited about home schooling Max. The excited part [...]
Posted in Homeschooling on January 25, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Somehow, I’ve gotta get my ass in gear and start home schooling Max – for “preschool.” This Sunday, I’m going to attach myself to the computer and start researching. I would like to have a [flexible, but…] real rhythm throughout our day so that the kids know what to expect. We [...]
