When my husband and I first got married, we moved into a really old home and bought a dog. I very quickly realized that our new-to-us home and our new puppy came with some not so pleasant scents. Thats when I turned to burning candles all the time whenever we were home. And I fell in love with the beautiful aromas filling our home from candles, especially during the fall season. I was a candle Continue Reading >>
Ten Ways to Make Your Homeschool Day Go More Smoothly
Homeschooling is one of the most incredible, rewarding, heart-melting, hair-tearing, frustration-inducing, exhausting, and challenging jobs you will ever do! But that doesn't mean you need to throw in the towel. Here are 10 ways to make your homeschool day go more smoothly so you can get back to the first adjectives on this list without using a megaphone.Share your tips for making a homeschool day Continue Reading >>
Best Gifts for Pumpkin Spice Latte Everything
Did you know PSL is a thing? I didn't even know it was a thing but I started seeing people throw those three letters around and I had no idea. What is that? Well, as it turns out, PSL stands for Pumpkin Spice Latte. I've heard from certain people that a Pumpkin Spice Latte is to die for. (Not literally.) So -- I'm a huge fan of smelling all the coffee. Especially coffee that smells like Pumpkin Continue Reading >>
Writing Curriculum You Will Love: Jump In by Sharon Watson
I have to admit to you that I do not use any writing curriculum with my children in the elementary years. It just becomes an exercise in frustration as children who hate using a pencil and can barely read and spell are asked to put thoughts on paper and write significant amounts. My oldest two probably learned writing in elementary years. My youngest four have been reluctant readers and just Continue Reading >>
Super Charge Your Homeschool with Creative Learning
Supercharge Your Homeschool - Creative Learning Techniques that Make a World of Difference! Let's face it, homeschooling isn't easy, but it certainly can be fun. Whether you are new to homeschool or an old pro, the truth of the matter is, we all get into ruts. The exciting news is that with a few simple tips and ideas, you can supercharge your homeschool any time at Continue Reading >>
3 Ways to Make Homeschool Art Appreciation Super Easy
Art Appreciation tends to be one of those things that homeschool moms either feel too overwhelmed to take on, or they are managing to do it, but possibly making it more complicated than it needs to be. As a busy homeschooling mom of six for the past 20 years, I know that if things aren't simple and effective, they usually don't last long. Today I'd like to tell you about three great ways to make Continue Reading >>
