Losing Someone
I just found out that one of my dearest friends, Debbie, died. My heart is so sad, I’m having a tough time quelling the tears. Debbie was one of the most beautiful people you’d ever meet — someone...
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My Sister’s Flood Story
Now to my family for a moment. Sometimes it’s good to know the ending and outcome of sad events. If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you might remember that my sister/bro-in-law and their...
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The Realities of Homeschooling
I’ve been posting a lot lately. Now it’s time to step back and remind you that this is definitely only a glimpse of what we do or what life is really like for us. You are seeing only a five to...
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Oh yes, one of *those* moments
Earlier today on my Facebook page I wrote about the kinds of teaching moments that really need to happen here at the Homeschool Den! Sigh… I bet there’s someone out there that can relate!
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Holding a Family Meeting
This year we started holding family meetings. It has been a real positive experience for our family. We use this as an opportunity to share good feelings, to talk about what’s going well in our...
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Celebrating Moms!
20 Things to Keep Yourself, Your Household, and Your Homeschool Fresh and Inspired We are a homeschooling family, so the kids are always with me. Always. I find I need to remember to take care of...
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When We Need A Helping Hand…
Don’t be afraid to ask! On Saturday, Hubby and I spent time doing chores around the yard. Our house is set down among some very steep hills. Mowing the lawn on the ride-on mower can be harry and nerve...
View ArticleWhere Were You on Sept. 11?
It was a day that few of us will forget. I’m sure you remember where and what you were doing that terrible day. I was in my sister’s guest room in Nashville, Tennessee and watched in horror as the...
View ArticleWhat To Do When Your Child Has a Temper Tantrum
There’s an interesting article about what to do when your child is having a temper tantrum posted at Boston.com by Dr. Claudia Gold, a pediatrician and author — don’t leave your child alone, reassure...
View ArticleThoughts on Being Nice
Sometimes I’m not as patient as I should be. Perhaps I haven’t slept quite as much as I should have or one of the kids is having an off day. I feel grumpy, burdened, moody or cross at the world. On...
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