“Babe, I don’t think we’re going to make it to the homeschool conference this year, ” I sighed, tears welling up in my eyes. I was crushed. I didn’t think I was well enough to go. My mysterious health problems … Continue reading →
Earth Week is like the moldy container of leftovers at the back of the fridge. I always mean to get around to dealing with it. My intentions are good, but inevitably it ends up forgotten and neglected. Not this year, … Continue reading →
Want to know a secret? I don’t want my kids to be independent. You read that right. I believe independence as we see it in modern western society is entirely overrated and unhealthy. I would much rather my children learn … Continue reading →
Stomp, STOMP, STOMP! ROOOOOAAAAAAR! Everyone watch out because Momzilla is on the loose! Nothing brings her out faster than when everyone’s school stuff magically goes missing. Unfortunately, homeschool organization has always been my nemesis. Then I figured out the ‘backpack … Continue reading →
As I sat down and fastened my seat belt I could tell the older woman seated next to me wanted to chat. Normally I would have been all over that because I loved getting to know people. This time I … Continue reading →
Years ago someone tried to teach me to juggle. I’m just about the least coordinated person on earth so I was completely overwhelmed. I couldn’t keep those balls in the air for longer than it took them to hit the … Continue reading →
If you’re just starting your journey with special needs homeschooling, you may be wondering what to expect from therapy. Here’s what it’s really like to have a kid working with a bunch of therapists. Speech therapist: “This week I want … Continue reading →
Me at my first homeschool conference: “Speakers, and vendors, and curriculum, oh my!” Your first homeschool conference can be as overwhelming as it is encouraging. Especially if you come unprepared. Take heart. I’m not going to leave you on your … Continue reading →
“I think I want to homeschool my kids, but where do I even start?” If I’ve heard this question once I’ve heard it a million times. Parents feel the push/nudge/calling to homeschool but then feel completely lost on what to … Continue reading →
