2017 Reading Challenge
Have you heard of doing reading challenges? One of the challenges of motherhood is finding time to actually read a book. So when my daughters,...
My Favorite Planner for 2017
After YEARS of tweaks and changes, I have consistently used and loved the same brand of planner for the past three years. Based on a few pictures...
Uses for the Echo Dot
I love trying new technology. It's my one weakness (bonus points if you know the reference for that quote). So, yes, when the Echo Dot went on Black...
What Can My Six-Year-Old Do All Day?
Every once in awhile, we get in a creative box around here and the kids get into the habit of asking for TV, kindles, and video games to occupy...
Review: Homeschool Legacy : Christmas Comes to America
I had the pleasure of reviewing a Once-a-Week Unit Study: Christmas Comes to America from Homeschool Legacy as part of the Homeschool Review Crew....
Review: Accountable2you Group Plan
Accountable2You has given us a one year subscription to the Accountable2You, which is a reporting program that let's you install their apps on your...
Review: Kwik Stix Metallic and Neon
My daughter, Rebecca and granddaughter Autumn (both age 4) loved making some Christmas decorations using the beautiful Kwik Stix from The Pencil...
Gifts That Stand the Test of Time
Each year at Christmas and again on birthdays our children will get several gifts- one from us, one from each set of grandparents, and a few others...
30 Things To Do With a Back Injury
A few weeks ago I hurt my back, and I have had very limited movement since. For the most part I can sit up, lay in certain very uncomfortable...
Review: Middlebury Interactive Language
As a member of the Homeschool Review Crew, I received a complimentary membership for Middlebury Interactive Languages. Daniel (6) got the pleasure...
Annoying Photo Printing!
Today I spent a good amount of time ordering photos of our family for Christmas gifts. This should have been a 20 minute task, but instead, here's...
Review: Educeri Lesson Subcription Service
As a member of the TOS review crew, I have been given a subscription to Educeri Lesson Subscription Service from Educeri ....... Educeri a division...
Rebecca’s 4th Birthday Party (Watermelon Theme)
Our family has the tradition of letting the birthday person pick their favorite meal for birthday dinner. Rebecca declared she wanted "Eggs and...
Four Home Remedies for Coughs/Colds/Sore Throats
Anne Mary and I have been sick with racking coughs and last week we finally had enough. We decided to try four remedies .... LIVE. on Facebook. We...
Review: Perfect Reading, Beautiful Handwriting (elementary or remedial)
Everyday Education, LLC gave us the opportunity to review their handwriting curriculum, Perfect Reading, Beautiful Handwriting. As a homeschool...
Review: If You Were Me and Lived in Series Brought to you by Carole P. Roman and Awaywegomedia.com
The following is Brought to you by Carole P. Roman and Awaywegomedia.com, who generously gave us the following books to review: If You Were Me and...
Review: The Cat of Bubastes by Heirloom Audio Productions
It was with great excitement that we accepted the opportunity to review The Cat of Bubastes audiobook from Heirloom Audio Productions. I have...
Review: Spencer Learning Ultimate Phonics Reading Program
For the past several weeks I have been able to review Ultimate Phonics Reading Program from Spencer Learning. I decided to try to use it with my...
Saving Money While on a Cruise
My husband has been very committed to the idea of he and I taking an extravagant vacation together to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary. So,...
Review: The Pray-ers / Book 1 Troubles
As part of the TOS Review Crew, I have been given an opportunity to review the book, The Pray-ers / Book 1 Troubles by Mark S. MIrza, from CTM...
Hillsong Giveaway-Let Hope Rise :WIN TICKETS
A couple of months ago, I had the delightful experience to go and see Hillsong's upcoming movie, Let Hope Rise that opens SEPTEMBER 16, 2016!! This...
Review: Exploring Creation with Astronomy, 2nd Edition
Our family is having a great time reviewing Exploring Creation with Astronomy, 2nd Edition from Apologia Educational Ministries! We were sent the...
Daniel- Grade One
Well, it's the beginning of another school year,and even though I have done lots of "this is what we use for this grade" posts over the years, I am...
Save HUGE on College Textbooks
Looking for ways to reduce college expenses? Don't overlook the high expense of college textbooks. This year my daughters have enrolled in classes...