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Yesterday is gone.
Tomorrow has not yet come.
We have only today. Let us begin.
~Mother Teresa


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Current School Books~ Term One

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


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Aug. 17, 2009
Today's Daybook Entry...

Posted in A Simple Woman's Daybook

For Today, August 17, 2009.

Outside My Window... It is a day as clear as crystal, with no trace of clouds, no hint of a breeze, and the sun promising an unrelenting day of heat.

I am Thinking... Of the myriad of things that are vying for my undivided attention, among them being:  lesson planning, de-cluttering, home improvement projects, three birthdays this week, and the simple day-to-day chores that, when left undone or half-done, can make you so sorry you didn't put them first.

I am Thankful For... my husband.

From the Learning Rooms... there's comes a not-so-subtle shift in the way our learning takes place. I'm reaching back to find my Charlotte Mason roots, and giving the boys this week and next to relax once again before we begin our more gentle lessons anew.

From the Kitchen... Is simply the wonderful aroma of our morning coffee, but the kitchen holds the promise of delightful meals and treats that are on tap for this week.

I am Wearing... Tan capris, a soft blue polo shirt, bare feet, a white cardigan, and a twisty French braid.

I am Creating... Oh! So many things! Crocheting a Christmas gift, sewing an apron and bag holder for our trailer, cutting out/sewing a new robe for Jigger, and hopefully making myself a couple of new nightgowns shortly.

I am Going... Nowhere today, but many places tomorrow. Gifts to buy/send, food to be bought for our camping trip this weekend, and the library, just to name a few.

I am Reading... "The Friday Night Knitting Club," "A Charlotte Mason Companion," and several books that are under review for our next school year.

I am Hoping... To sail through the next two weeks with no complaints and only encouragement, kindness, and patience.

I am Hearing... The whine of lawnmowers and leaf blowers as the lawn service crew maintains the park across the street, the hum of the air conditioner, and my thoughts telling me to Hurry Up! Daylight's burning!

Around the House... There is much to be accomplished within the next two weeks:  home improvement projects, cleaning projects, de-cluttering projects... one almost doesn't know where to begin and so decides to sit down and enjoy blogging a post.... *grin*

One of my Favorite Things... Is getting up early on my own on the weekend, softly padding downstairs in my nightgown, making coffee, and having an hour or two to myself while the rest of the house and family slumber on.

A few Plans for the Week are... Planning hubby's birthday, ticking off things on my to-do list, lesson planning, and focusing.

Here is a Picture Thought I am Sharing... from a trip north in June:

To visit more daybook entries, or to take part yourself, please do go visit Peggy, our lovely hostess.


Comments

Aug. 17, 2009 - Hiya Shani!

Posted by deedeeuk

Sounds like a busy day. Have a great one!

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Aug. 27, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Canadagirl

I hope your camping trip was real nice ! I haven't heard how it went.

Good Morning I am trying to be patient till I call the hospital at 10am to find out if Philips platelet count went up and if he will be discharged today. On the edge of my seat.

Gotta keep busy !

Blessings and ((HUGS))

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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 is convinced that someday a sword will once again be a necessary accessory. In other words, he's obsessed with all things medieval.



Recent Posts

• In Search of Fall Color...
• Homeschool Curricula...
• Christmas Gifts...
• Tour of our Trailer (hopefully it's not as boring as it sounds)....
• Thrift Stores...
• Northward Bound...
• School Days, School Days, Good Old Golden Rule Days...
• Today's Daybook Entry...
• You Should be Outraged, too, and Moved to Action...
• This Simple Woman's Daybook...

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