I was under the wire to not have my blog deleted, but only by a day...so I thought I would peek in and update. 

We have gone back to a much more structured approach to school, and it's working well for us.  It makes the kids feel like they are accomplishing a lot with their studies, which gives them confidence that I'm seeing show through in their actions and attitudes, so I'm seeing it as a good thing.  And the structure itself is helping us all to stay on track with everyone's respective involvements outside of school.

Girlie is taking six dance classes and assistant teaching nine classes of 3-7-year-olds.  Guess it's safe to say her career apprenticeship is well established!  Not everyone gets to apprentice in their chosen field from the age of nine.  It's a challenge making sure she isn't overdoing it, and I'm watching closely to make sure she is eating right and getting plenty of sleep.  She seems to be juggling everything rather well and she seems happy with the arrangement, so I'm just doing everything I can to support her.

The boys are back in swing with Bible Bowl.  MathU is learning the bass and Sam is continuing with guitar, drums, keys, and is now the official worship leader for our youth services. 

I'll write more later.  Right now we are cleaning house and preparing for company over the holiday weekend.