“The moment one gives close attention to anything, even a blade of grass, it becomes a mysterious, awesome, indescribably magnificent world in itself.” –Henry Miller
As we were walking down the street, my 4-year-old suddenly stopped. “Look, Mama!” he exclaimed, “The flowers are so beautiful. They fill up my eyes with beauty.” So we stopped, and looked, and soaked in their loveliness.… Continue reading
At a time when lies and propaganda are paraded about as truth, and when documentable facts are derided as “fake news,” I see this advice as more important than ever.
Not only is this critical advice to me as a homeschooling parent, but it’s imperative for all of us as we guide our children in their learning and growth. … Continue reading
The other day, my boys and I were reading our favorite version of The Lion and the Mouse. It’s a wordless, illustrated version put together by Jerry Pinkney. My boys love the fact that a small mouse can help to save the life of a mighty lion. In it, they see the power that lies in every small creature.… Continue reading
My 4-year-old has repeatedly requested that we make bath bombs again (you can read about our first endeavor HERE). So when our friends suggested that we get together and make a batch, of course we said yes.
The bath bombs in the picture may not be the most beautiful (please remember they were made by young kids), but they are everything a bath bomb should be. … Continue reading
Two weeks ago I decided to learn to play the didgeridoo. It’s totally different from anything I’ve ever done before, and it’s challenging to learn. But I’m having fun, and really enjoying it. The deep resonance of the sound is soothing. And the complete concentration it requires forces me to focus on only the one thing before me, making it a wonderfully meditative act.… Continue reading
When my four-year-old began donning his rain boots to head out into the sleet, I asked him if he wanted help with his jacket.
“No,” he replied, “I just want to taste it. I don’t need a jacket.”
I watched him walk out the back door onto our deck. My husband snapped this picture of him tasting the rain/snow/sleet that was falling from the sky. … Continue reading
For two years now, I have made my own calendar notebook, which doubles as a journal/planner. Like many people, I used to buy a paper calendar every year. However, I never found a calendar that allowed me to do everything I wanted to do with it.
When I used pre-made products, something always felt problematic. Sometimes there wasn’t enough space for each day. … Continue reading
We homeschool our boys. Last year, my oldest son took a once-a-week art class. That was the extent of our formal, every week classes. This year, he’s taking three classes. The same once-a-week art class, a nature class, and an all-day enrichment class that covers a variety of topics (robotics being the most exciting part for him).
Being away on three different days will be a new experience for all of us. … Continue reading
No matter our circumstances, we can still choose how we respond. And today, I choose to be happy.
“The place to be happy is here. The time to be happy is now.” –Robert G. Ingersoll
Our days are what we make of them. Let’s make them good.
“This is the best day the world has ever seen. Tomorrow will be better.” — R.A. Campbell… Continue reading