Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Day 1 down, 179 to go! :)
Okay, so admittedly, I don't think the 180 day rule is a necessary part of our home education. Learning takes place any time, anywhere. Why does it have to be limited to 4 hours per day, 180 days per year? But, then, I realize that due to public school issues, there has to be some "rule" in place... ;)
Anyhow, we had a great first day! Took our traditional photos of each child in front of the chalkboard that read "First day of school 2009". Filled supply boxes with new pencils, glue, etc. And did light schooling. And loved it!
Each year, I'm reminded why I homeschool my children. Because I love them so! I can't imagine giving someone else the thrill and joy of watching them learn. Of seeing their eyes light up when they "get it". I just genuinely enjoy being with them and would not want to give up this time with them.
We read the first chapter in Little House in the Big Woods. It's comforting to be in Laura's little world again. Time was so different then.
I found a great site with free lapbook ideas and supplies to print!!!! Lapbook Lessons will be visited alot by me this year!! They even have a lapbook to print for Little House in the Big Woods!! How cool is that?! If you're into lapbooking, go check it out!! I'm glad I stocked up on printer ink! :)
The adjustment back to early mornings is proving to be harder than the adjustment to nights. The weather is just hot and humid here...makes for nights hard to sleep. I'm so looking forward to fall. Even my beloved...when he called during lunch yesterday...told me he can't wait for fall. Ahhh....he's finally on my side...he doesn't like the heat either! Cool....I say we move further north to get even further away from the heat!!! But, I realize that with that would come more cold..and he's not a big fan of really cold weather either....hmmm......I know...we could win the lottery and own homes in two places..... Sounds like a plan to me...course...the best part would be for Honey to be home with us all the time...
Okay..time to rouse my children and get this day started!!! :)
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Tuesday, August 11, 2009 - Sounds like a great day!
Mom
It sounds like you had a really first day of school!!
I am all for the moving further north idea and am just waiting for you all to get on board with the idea!! Love ya Mom
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Tuesday, August 11, 2009 - Untitled Comment
2boysmom
Glad your first day was great! Hope you have a wonderful year of learning!
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Wednesday, August 12, 2009 - Tisk Tisk Tisk
Misty
Laurie talkin' all that moving nonsense...and her mother is encouraging it! For shame ladies!!
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Friday, August 14, 2009 - Untitled Comment
FaithfulGrace
Hi,
I'm new to your blog and enjoyed my visit.
Great start to your new school year.
I agree there is something comforting about reading Little House on the Prairie books, Laura's world seems less complicated.
Have a great day,
Linda
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