Year Five ~ Jigger
Faith and Life 5
My Path to Heaven by Geoffrey Bliss
Our Lady's Book by Lauren Ford
Stories of the Child Jesus from Many Lands by A. Fowler Lutz
CHC's Saint Comprehension Book
Exploring the Mass from Catholic Heritage Curricula (CHC)
Life of Fred: Fractions by Dr. Stanley Schmidt
Calculadder 2
What's Your Angle, Pythagoras? by Julie Ellis and Phyllis Hornung
The Harp and Laurel Wreath by Laura M. Berquist
My Catholic Speller: Level D, by Catholic Heritage Curricula
Language of God: Level D, by Catholic Heritage Curricula
CHC Handwriting Book
Tales from Shakespeare by Charles and Mary Lamb
The Tale of Troy by Roger Lancelyn Green
The Tale of Despereaux by Kate Dicamillo and Timothy Basil Ering
Story of the World I by Susan Wise Bauer
Kingfisher History Encyclopedia
Augustus Caesar's World by Genevieve Foster
Of Courage Undaunted by James Daugherty
Catholic Geography Bee by Catholic Heritage Curricula
Map Skills: Level D, by Catholic Heritage Curricula
Latina Christiana I by Cheryl Lowe
Rummy Roots
English from the Roots Up
Le Francais Facile (The Easy French) by Marie Fillon
Art Through Faith
A Catholic Garden of Puzzles by Catholic Heritage Curricula
Black Holes and Uncle Albert by Russell Stannard
The Universe in my Hands by Catholic Heritage Curricula
Pilgrim's of the Holy Family by Catholic Heritage Curricula
Year Nine ~ Piper
Introduction to Catholicism: A Complete Course (the Didache Series) by James Socias
Beginning Apologetics 1: How to Explain and Defend the Catholic Faith by Frank Chacon and Jim Burnham
The Meaning of Vocation by Pope John Paul II
Life of Fred: Advanced Algebra by Dr. Stanley Schmidt
Calculadder 6
Mindbenders
Typing Instructor CD-ROM
The Harp and Laurel Wreath by Laura M. Berquist
Assorted Classical Literature Selections (one per week)
Warriner's Grammar, Third Course
Vocabulary
Christ and the Americas, from Catholic Heritage Curricula
History of the Ancient World by Susan Wise Bauer
Catholic Geography Bee by Catholic Heritage Curricula
Rummy Roots
English from the Roots Up
Henle Latin, Year One by Fr. Henle
Le Francais Facile (The Easy French) by Marie Fillon
Edible Wild Plants
Fur Trapping in North America
Ecology and Field Biology (text)
Assorted library and internet resources
National Geographic Magazine
Popular Mechanics Magazine
Smithosonian Magazine
Hello! I feel as though I've been gone for ages! Sad to say that my posts may be more sporadic from now on as I'm feeling called to spend more time being home while at home. Does that make sense? When I'm home, I feel the need to do more, be more, and concentrate more on home and hearth and education, and less on frittering away my time by sitting in front of the computer or chatting on the phone. I rarely get the things done I want to get done, such as crocheting (I'm teaching myself how, lol), cross-stitching, baking, in-depth studies with my boys, etc. Instead I get caught up in my day being distracted and wish I could just have one more hour, or one more minute! to get things done.
So, my computer time is going to be severely limited, my phones shut off during the day, and I'm headed outside to begin a container garden with my boys, walk more, talk more (with my children instead of my girlfriends), play games more, and live more. I will still be blogging (I just can't seem to give up the friends I've made!), but there just may be a little more time between entries. We do what we can, and at the end of the day, we are held accountable.
On a completely unrelated note, I will be slowly redecorating my blog, so thanks in advance for your patience. :)
This came across my desk within the last week, and inspired me to think about what I truly want my children to take away from their childhoods, and what I want out of my life:
“A roof to keep out the rain? Four walls to keep out the wind? Floors to keep out the cold? Yes, but home is more than that. It is the laugh of a baby, the song of a mother, the strength of a father, warmth of loving hearts, lights from happy eyes, kindness, loyalty, comradeship. Home is first school and first church for young ones, where they learn what is right, what is good, and what is kind, where they go for comfort when they are hurt or sick; where joy is shared and sorrow eased; where fathers and mothers are respected and loved, where children are wanted; where the simplest food is good enough for kings because it is earned; where money is not as important as loving-kindness; where even the tea kettle sings from happiness. That is home. God bless it!”
-Anonymous
...but good for you. I also have been convicted about spending time blogging when I ought to be doing other things (usually sleeping!), but have yet to make any real decisions about it. I need to. I haven't yet decided whether having a blog has been more beneficial or more detrimental overall, but it's definitely sucked up some time that could have been better spent elsewhere.
Well, one of those rare times when you ARE surfing the blogs, stop by mine again and say hello.
I understand completely - I mean, when your kids grow up, you're not going to wish you'd spent more time blogging! I used to know how to crochet and plan on learning again with my daughter when she's a bit older. I bought a hook just the other day for inspiration. Our Chia pets are sprouting like mad, it's been fun for the kids to be responsible for watering them. I hope you enjoy your extra time with your boys and all the other things you are looking forward to doing. And I'll just enjoy your blogs when you have time to write. Have fun! Until your next blog ...
About that Parental Communication Deficiency Disorder thing that we share....
Whew! Now I can justify the time I spent blogging, because something I said was a blessing to someone else. :-D That "ugly underwear" post of mine would have been perfectly fine without my adding that "confession". But I knew when I started my blog that I wanted to be willing, when opportunities arose, to share honestly some of my shortcomings in hopes that others might find common ground. So often I feel that I must be the ONLY homeschool mom (or mom, period!) out there who is... or who isn't... or who does... or who doesn't... Yet deep down I know there must be others out there who feel exactly the same way! We all need to know from time to time that we are not alone in our particular areas of struggle. That Perfect Mom really doesn't exist... does she? Anyway, THANKS for your comment! It is good to know that the time I spend blogging isn't totally wasted! :-) Altho I suppose I could be using this time to better my interfamily communication skills....
Shani,
That makes perfect sense. I get that nudging too when I'm spending too much time on the computer or whatever. Totally understandable!
I thought your blog looked different! It looks great!
That anonymous quote you posted is awesome! Wow....
Love, Alyssa
p.s. you've been tagged! :) See my blog for details!
For your inspiration and for that beautiful verse.
I feel so privilidged to spend my time at home it is such a blessing.I know people who wished they had and regret it now.
Much love.x
Welcome to our home! Within you will find an assortment of ramblings having to do with home educating, books, homemaking, being a wife and mother, crafts, Catholicism ~ in general, our life at home, where our hearts truly lie.
Happy at Home
Mo Chroi~ Wonderful Husband who makes me laugh and is crazy about me and our kids
Me (Celtic Mom)~ Happily married to My Heart, mother of two wonderful sons, and passionate about many things, among them being teaching, making our house a home, and exploring my Creative Well
Piper~ Eldest son who loves being home educated and playing the bagpipes with the local Scottish Pipe Band
Jigger~ Youngest son who loves keeping up with his brother, and going further with his Irish Step Dancing
The Tea Shop Mysteries by Laura Childs
For the Love of Literature by Maureen Whittmann
The Well Trained Mind by Susan Wise Bauer
Endangered Minds: Why Children Don't Think and What We Can do About It by Jane Healy
Catholic Homeschooling Companion by Maureen Whittmann and Rachel Mackson
Surprised by Truth by Patrick Madrid
Please Don't Drink the Holy Water! by Susie Lloyd
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