So, yesterday I told you about our Project Fair and what Zach, Maddie and Emma made (and Silas, too). And then there’s Sophie. Oh, goodness. Sophie came to me several weeks ago and told me she wanted her project to be Skirts and Shirts. “How cute!” I said. “Which doll do you want to make skirts for?” I asked. “No,… Read More »Project Fair, part two
Our homeschool group has an annual event, Project Fair, where the kids in the group get to show a part of what they’ve been learning. It’s part science fair, part talent show, part art display. The weeks leading up to Project Fair can be a little intense as the kids try to pull together their projects, and this year was… Read More »Project Fair 2016, part one
I’ve been working my way S-L-O-W-L-Y through the abyss basement, clearing out things we don’t want or need any longer, setting aside things to sell or donate. Unfortunately, the Littles discovered one of those boxes set aside. A box of Barbies. Now, please remember that we’ve been on this parenting gig for over 27 years, so a lot of how… Read More »At Least They’re Reading
Summer has been lingering long around these parts, though I’m not really complaining. The Littles still ask frequently if we can go to the beach, and it has certainly been hot enough, but I haven’t quite found the time (or energy or motivation) to get there, as Home has so many needs right now. After a week of two of… Read More »Closing summer
Oh, the end of summer. I read of so many moms who are looking forward to it. Looking forward to the start of the school year. Looking forward to sending their children off to school. Looking forward to the quiet. And, if truth be told, there are moments that I envy you. The quiet that you will enjoy. I’m not… Read More »For Such a Time as This