A simple archive of our adventures in life and homeschooling http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/ en-us Homeschool Blogger Fri, 1 Dec 2006 22:41:00 -0600 Fri, 1 Dec 2006 22:41:00 -0600 Walking through a craft store today it was fun to watch the eyes of little ones surrounded by bright, sparkling, jingling baubles and trinkets overflowing the store's shelves.  We are having a "rustic" theme to our decorations this year...in other words... SIMPLE   http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/248698/ Fri, 1 Dec 2006 22:41:00 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/248698/                               Picture by CaseJenTinkling laughter...bright wide blue eyes...back...breath held...forward...up...back...big smiles for Mommy, screech of laughter...again...again...again!!  What joy a swing can be for a sweet 10 month old! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/247950/ Thu, 30 Nov 2006 20:06:00 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/247950/ DON’T FORGET JESUS Christmas is a special time To reflect on Jesus Christ The wonder of His lowly birth Brings meaning to our lives There really is no other reason We celebrate this day The birth of God’s precious son And the life He willingly gave But so much seems to distract us In the busy-ness of our lives We lose our focus in all the happenings Not knowing, we leave out Christ We lose sight of the true meaning As we endlessly rush about Trying to find that perfect gift Seems to cloud our Saviour out We need to stop and reflect awhile Remembering our precious Lord His birth, His life and sacrifice And all that He stands for For though the world may celebrate It seems though for other reasons Let’s keep in mind that Jesus Christ Is the true meaning of the season © By M.S.Lowndes http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/247337/ Wed, 29 Nov 2006 23:02:00 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/247337/ It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas... Been busy and outdoors lately with cooler weather.  I have so much energy when the temperature plummets!  I am enjoying my girls and watching them grow.  Hubby home for Thanksgiving weekend and we renewed our spirits.  Victoria excited about the seasonal Christmas celebrations.   Babies grow up way too fast!   http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/245954/ Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:24:00 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/245954/ You keep your past by having sisters.  As you get older, they're the only ones who don't get bored if you talk about your memories.  ~Deborah Moggach A sibling may be the keeper of one's identity, the only person with the keys to one's unfettered, more fundamental self.  ~Marian Sandmaier A sister is a gift to the heart, a friend to the spirit, a golden thread to the meaning of life.  ~Isadora James What's the good of news if you haven't a sister to share it?  ~Jenny DeVries Having a sister is like having a best friend you can't get rid of.  You know whatever you do, they'll still be there.  ~Amy Li A sister is a little bit of childhood that can never be lost.  ~Marion C. GarrettyAs I watch my little girls grow up together, I wish them the joy, love and friendship I have so known with my sister. http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/234257/ Tue, 7 Nov 2006 16:33:00 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/234257/ "We find delight in the beauty and happiness of children that makes the heart too big for the body."   --  Ralph Waldo Emerson http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/229553/ Mon, 30 Oct 2006 22:48:00 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/229553/ Great Chocolate Cupcake recipe using Pumpkin:1 Chocolate cake mix1 can pumpkin puree (not pie filling)1/2 cup waterMix all together (no eggs, no oil).  Will be lumpy and very thick, that's okay.  Get as many lumps out as possible and divide into muffin pan (dozen).  Cook 350 degrees for 25-30 min, until firm in center.  Frost as you like (our favorite is cream cheese frosting) and ENJOY! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/227899/ Fri, 27 Oct 2006 15:58:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/227899/ New doctor yesterday.  Rearranging rooms (again)New rug for office/school room/playroom todaySchool:  All letters learned now, she is doing very well with them.  Reading more now and focusing more on handwriting.  She finds it much easier now to copy and remember how to form cursive letters.  Needs more practice on number recognition 20-100.  Bought some flash cards for that today.  Addition understood.  Tadopoles to be shipped next week.  Busy with Mommy doing housework.  Going to try some new disciplining methods.  Reading "Creative Correction" and it has some great ideas.Baby:  crawling whenever she gets the chance, and pulls herself up on things easily and is even trying to let go and stand.  With new carpet, I will have one room that I can put her down to let her try to learn standing/walking, not that I'm in a hurry for her to walk.  Parenting gets much busier with a walking baby.Our move is looming now.  We may be able to go Dec, early Jan.  It is so hot here, I can't wait. http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/223229/ Thu, 19 Oct 2006 20:26:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/223229/ Here is my entry for Leah's contest...I was up way too late doing this one!1. How long ago did you start blogging and why did you start? After learning what blogging was all about in TOS magazine, I thought it would be a great way to chronicle our homeschooling adventures.  I also wanted to learn from others who have journeyed down paths I may eventually travel.   2. How did you come up with your username/URL address? I can't imagine not being home with my girls...they are my heart3. What do you enjoy most about blogging?  I consider it a blessing from God to have so many virtual friends to "visit" and "chat" with any time of the day, or more often night.4. What makes one blog stand out to you from all the others? Sincerety, eloquence, inspiration and graphics!5. On an average how long does it take you to write a post for your blog?  Longer than it should...   6. What has changed in your life since you started blogging?  I have been blessed with friends that I never would have met otherwise.   7. Does your family support you (if so how) or do they think you're a blog addict?  HUSBAND:  "That's nice..."5 YEAR OLD:  "When are you going to be done???"BABY:  "Gooooo, gaaaa, dadada...(yank on phone cord, drool on keyboard...)"   8. Have you ever gotten a negative comment?  If so, how did you deal with it? Not yet...   9.How often do you check your blog for new comments?  Lots...   10. Do you have a blogging tip you can share?  Be yourself   http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/222045/ Wed, 18 Oct 2006 01:48:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/222045/ 26 things about me...ANGELINA'S MOMMYBOLDCUDDLYDEVOTEDEFFICIENTFUNGRACEDHELPFULINDEPENDENTJEFF"S WIFEKINDLOULOU-LOVERMOVERNURSEORDERLYPERFECTIONISTQUIETRESPECTFULSERIOUSTHANKFULUNRULY HAIRVICTORIA'S MOMMYWANDERERfleXibleYANKEEZA TEACHA http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/219269/ Fri, 13 Oct 2006 00:59:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ourheartsathome/219269/