Homeschool Mother's Journal::June 22, 2012

In my life this week...






In our homeschool this week... Barton Reading Program. That's about it! 




My favorite thing this week was... 




All three of my boys beat the heat by playing hot wheels in their room. They are competing to see whose car has the best time on the track. I am glad for James (9yo) that his brothers haven't gotten too sophisticated to spend some time playing kid stuff with him. 


What's working/not working for us... Writing everything down (appts., activities)! And reviewing it each night. And not over committing ourselves. 


Questions/thoughts I have... I can't wait to get on "summer schedule" or not schedule as the case may be- maybe "relaxed schedule". Week after next should be it! 


Things I am working on... Cleaning, purging, laundry, ... cleaning, purging laundry... feels good! 


I'm reading... Made to Crave. Read it before and am now joining a group of ladies to watch the DVD sessions made to go with it. Worth a look! I am inspired. This is not a "how-to" book but a "want-to" book. In the author's own words- there are plenty of books out there to tell us how to eat right. It is the "want to" that is missing. So true. 




I'm cooking... Chicken Noodle Soup! I have never really made homemade soups. I find them intimidating. But this post at He Adopted Me First inspired me to go for it. Delicious and there was plenty to share. 




I'm grateful for... Time with family. 


I'm praying for... A long list of people. 


A photo, video, link, or quote to share... 


This is where I usually share the crazy photos my kids leave for me on my camera- none this week! I have to say that I am kind of disappointed. ;) 


Although, I did find this one- among others of a similar nature. Hmmm? Not sure what to do with them, but I did label a folder in my photos "Lego guys". I am sure there was some reason for taking them. 


Comments

  1. BeccaJune 23, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    I am so with you in looking forward to a relaxed schedule! Love the Lego guys picture.

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  2. PattyJune 23, 2012 at 7:42 PM

    Your pictures show a lot of contentment and peace this week. When I read your blogs I always come away with two things...you have a family that really enjoys one another and there is a lot of love there. :) Happy to see in this crazy day and age!

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  3. UnknownJune 24, 2012 at 4:25 AM

    I put Made to Crave on my to be read pile, I'm hoping to get to it this summer. I think our summer is busier than our school year!! Glad things will settle down for you in the next week or so.

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