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Saturday, June 13, 2009 - Weekly Wrap-up
From the Heart:
We have been so blessed this summer. We have enjoyed far more sunny warm days than a typical summer. The funny thing is I never would have thought that I would miss the rain. We have had a few rainy days and listening to the rain on the roof and watching the clouds move up and down the mountains has been enjoyable. I worried when we moved to Juneau that the rain would get to me and don't get me wrong sometimes I have longed for the sun, but I have been amazed to find the joy and beauty in the dreary days. It also makes those sunny day so much brighter and much more appreciated. I don't take them for granted like I used to.
On the HomeFront: We have been working on Chores the last two weeks. I have changed up how we were handling this and it seems to be working much better. I have simplified my approach and instead of rotating some chores, (for example feeding the dog---David morning, Rachel evening and Aaron next morning) one child is responsible for certain things (Aaron feeds the dogs.) Chris and I also discussed an allowance that if they do their chore independently without Mom nagging and reminding them they will get their allowance. I agreed to be pretty lenient on that the first week or two, but after that they can lose their allowance. They each have a chart with a wipe off marker for the week. I need to update them in a week or so as it is still a work in progress. So far it seems to be working especially for Rachel. What a change!
In the Schoolroom:
We are taking it slow this summer, but we did get started on Core 3, Core 3 readers and Core 3 LA. Looks like it will be a fun year. We also started God's design for Life Plants. I have picked up several books to take out on our hikes, as we continue to learn about the plants native to SE Alaska.
In the Literary Scene:
As usual I have several books started, but have not been reading as much this time of year. I did read The Strength of Mercy last night. Chris has been working in the evening this week, so I have been reading in the evening after the kids go to bed. I am still working on The Cross Triumphant (almost finished that one) and The Real George Washington (a long book and reading it pretty slowly.)
From the Garden:
I cannot believe how well my flower and veggies are doing! I really thinking I'm going to enjoy gardening here in SE Alaska.
Just for Fun:
We have enjoyed taking some great short hikes this last two weeks. Except for the bug bites the Boy Scout trail was beautiful! We saw lots of wildflowers and a long stretch of sandy/rocky beach. I still need to upload those photos. We also had a great time watching Chris take off in a float plane for a work trip. He had a great time!
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