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
I remember being 13~ the whole world is your playground and anything is possible, because You Are An Adult. You can do anything, and exploring the world and all it entails is right at the top of your list! Piper is just beginning to explore the world, and mo Chroi and I are trying our level best to show him how to go after your dreams and make them reality. He is such a wonderful young man, and his father and I couldn't be any prouder of him. He was our first baby; the only person who could've made our little twosome a family. He is such a delightful contrast of mo Chroi and I, with a smattering of grandparents and an uncle thrown in for good measure, yet he is wonderfully unique.
So, here's to my baby, my first-born, my teacher and guide through this crazy, wonderful mess called motherhood. Happy Birthday, baby, and may the next 13 bring you all that you can imagine, and even some you can't. We love you!!
Happy Birthday to Piper! I hope he enjoyed his special day. You are right, the firstborn does teach us. We make our first discoveries and mistakes on these forgiving babies, thank goodness they love us anyway!
Thank you for your wise words on my post about fear. My husband would say (and has said) "Buck up and get through it!" He actually said this when I was whining during my first pregnancy! But I digress ... You are right, it is a choice. I am stronger at times, lately I am not. There's been a lot of stress around here this month (illness and other stuff) and it leaves me feeling really feeble. I hate that! I used to be so bold. I can't stand myself when I'm like this. Ugh! Thanks for your prayers. Grateful to you and others who commented on my blog. It's good to have the opinion of other moms/wives/women! About NZCate: I emailed her yesterday but she hasn't responded. Makes me sad when someone I like disappears like that. If she contacts me, I'll let you know. And, no, I didn't find your comments harsh. Just honest! And I like that. Thanks, friend!
...called Parenting Teens! It is a rollercoaster, that's for sure. I remember at some point when my oldest was 13, thinking that 13 actually was not nearly as difficult an age as 11 had been! Rather pleasant, in fact. (But then he hit 14 & 15... oh my.) Just be glad you still have a few more years before he is 17-approaching-18; that is a tough time for a momma, let me tell you. Now my oldest is almost NOT a teen anymore, but my 3rd will be there before I know it. *Sigh* They grow up too fast. Savor each year!
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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