• Apr. 21, 2008
Clicking Fun
Have some clicking fun! LOL I found this amusing- don't slap me! 
Put The Big Red Button on your site
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• Nov. 7, 2007
We Have a Diagnosis
I'm still processing the news and trying not to feel completely overwhelmed. Madi has a mild form of autism called PDD (Pervasive Developmental Disorder). I thought that by getting a diagnosis that I would feel relieved. In a way I do, but in another way I feel more overwhelmed.
Honestly, I hope there is an end in sight to the 10 minute to an hour long fits with Madi. I currently have three with neurological disorders, three in diapers, one nursing, and seven that homeschool. Not to mention my wonderful husband fighting for our country in the middle east. I need a break! Speaking of breaks, I'm going out with a bunch of girlfriends next week for a movie, dinner, and the mall! It can't be here soon enough!
I would love to hear your stories of any of these disorders and how you cope. And thank you again to all those who emailed me and shared ideas for the Celiac Disease- it really gave me hope!
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• Aug. 11, 2007
I was tagged
Homeschoolmom 0221 tagged me this evening. Here we go!
1. What is your favorite Bible verse?
Proverbs 22: 6 "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it." It is such the focus of my thoughts on a daily basis in this season of my life.
2. What season of the year is your favorite? Why?
It is a toss up because I love them all. I would have to say Spring is my favorite, though. I feel refreshed and reinspired when spring comes around. I love that it isn't too hot and occasionally cold enough to still feel cozy inside but pretty on the outside with the budding flowers and plants.
3. Do you think homeschooling will continue to grow?
Definitely! When I was a child, we homeschooled for 5 years. It was so unheard of in most places, people actually thought we were making it up! Now that I'm homeschooling my own children it is almost an expected "yes" when I'm asked if we homeschool.
4. List 4 people who have most influenced your life
1. My dad
2. Debra C. who successfully homeschooled all five of her children in a relaxed, loving environment. Each child went to college and have all be successful! :)
3. Marybeth Davis whom I knew in my youth, she set a wonderful example to me on how to keep a home and raise a beautiful family.
4. The author Joann Larson and her books about not being perfect.
5. What is your favorite non Biblical Quote?
This is difficult because I'm an avid collector and love of quotes. There are so many wonderful ones. This is the one on my signature line:
"By and large, mothers and housewives are the only workers who do not have regular time off. They are the great vacationless class." -- Anne Morrow Lindbergh
6. Silk, satin, or cotton
I prefer cotton. It's simple, its airy, it breathes. But I would love a set of satin sheets! ;)
7. If you like chocolate, what is your favorite?
This isn't fair either! I am a chocolate LOVER. Ok, so if I had to narrow it down to one favorite. It would be between the 80% bittersweet chocolate bar and Nestle's Symphony (blue) with the toffee and almonds.
8. If you could sit at dinner with five people who would they be?
My darling husband, Ben. I always want to be with him.
My friend Dawn
My friend Beth
My sister Gen
and Diann Jeppson (co-author of the second Thomas Jefferson Edu book)
9. What is your favorite author?
Right now it is Jane Austen. Ask me another time and it will change. I'm almost finished with Emma and will be starting Persuasion!
10. Who will you tag?
Anyway who wants to join in and Dawn S. and Little Skipper
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• Jun. 9, 2007
From the Baker Studio
We enjoyed taking glamour shots of the kids this afternoon. We loved the baby's tutu and the hairbows by: 
I am so impressed with her service and her goodies! The tutu is so full and fit perfect on our little baby. (Did I mention how affordable her things are?) Click on the above banner to shop. Here are my Baker Babies! My little heartbreakers! Linsday I. is now 5 months! Too big!
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• May. 21, 2007
Cyber Charter Schools need help
Here is a message from a fellow homeschooler- lets help as much as possible to keep cyber charter schools open!
Shiloah --
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As I now understand it, House Bill 446 is up to seriously cut the funding to cyber charter schools across the state of Pennsylvania. The Cyber Schools are stating that they will not be able to operate with this type of funding cut. Our school is organizing another march in Harrisburg, and once I have that date, I will forward it on to you. In the meantime, you can find current information on this website: http://www.pacyberfamilies.org.
Melanie
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