Homeschool Mother's Journal ~ Week 3

In my life this week…

My mother had surgery on her right shoulder and is staying with us.  It is a difficult recovery, and I am so very tired.

In our homeschool this week…

We only completed two good days of school this week because of Labor Day and my mom's surgery, so next week will be for playing catch up.

My favorite thing this week was…

teaching Praise Factory on Wednesday night at church.  That was the first lesson I have taught and I was incredibly nervous.  However, I absolutely enjoyed it.
What’s working for us…

Workboxes!!!  I can't say enough about them.  They are so awesome for keeping everything organized.

Things I’m working on…

Getting ready for vacation in 2 weeks.  2 WEEKS!!!!! :)
I am so excited and ready.  I need a vacation.
I’m cooking…

more healthy foods.  I have been using more fresh ingredients, cooking from scratch, and eating organic.

I’m praying for…

My mom.  She is having such a hard time since her surgery.  She had a stroke a year ago and has never fully recovered.  Adding surgery on top has been a nightmare.  However, the Lord knows all about it.

The Homeschool Mother's Journal Week #2

In my life this week…

I have been all about our homeschooling.  I have worked diligently to have a smooth first week and it has really paid off.   If I can just conquer house cleaning chaos . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


In our homeschool this week…

We completed our first week of school for the 2011-2012 year.  Praise the Lord . . . it went really well.  We have fallen in love with My Father's World Curriculum. 


Helpful homeschooling tips or advice to share…

If you struggle to "get it all done" in a school day and you haven't started using workboxes, check them out.  They are truly a blessing for our family!


My favorite thing this week was…

my baby losing her second tooth.  I know it is crazy but we stayed up late one night because she was determined to get that tooth OUT.  Finally have a solid hour in the bathroom her tooth came out. 


Questions/thoughts I have…

What do other mom's do to keep the house cleaning chaos down?


Things I’m working on…

I have totally been on an Arts & Crafts kick.  I have made a new fall wreath.  (That will be another post.) I am also working on upcycling some of my oldest daughter's clothes.


I’m grateful for…

my husband.  I honestly can not say enough about the man.  He is truly my soul mate, best friend, encourager, handyman, and much more.  I honestly can not imagine my life without this Godly man!


A photo, video, link, or quote to share:

If you haven't seen this . . . just a little something to make you smile :)

Blessings~
Kristie

The Homeschool Mother's Journal Week #1

 

This morning I sat and decided to join The Homeschool Chick for The Mother's Journal. 

I have seen this around blogs I visit and finally decided to join.


In my life this week…

I have been so completely frazzled.  I have been sleepy, cranky and unproductive.  I most definitely have not been the homemaker that I long to be.

In our homeschool this week…

I have been working on re-organizing our homeschool materials and preparing lessons.  However, with my life feeling so frazzled, it has been a hard journey this week.

I am inspired by…

Delightful Order.  Considering I am trying my hardest to get motivated and get my life in order for a new homeschool year, I have found so much inspiration in this blog.  I haven't necessarily implemented her idea but I have found refreshment in her posts.

Questions/thoughts I have…

What do other homeschooling moms do when they feel so frazzled?

Things I’m working on…

I am trying my harded to re-organized and simplify our life, home and homeschool.  I desire to place a better emphasis on God and "stuff" keeps getting in the way. 

I’m cooking…

more healthy dinners.  With my husband and myself attempting to get weight off and with a daughter on a low sodium diet, I have sought to prepare meals that are better for everyone.

I’m grateful for…

the opportunity to be at home with my children.  Despite the fact that some days I don't have the most patience, I am so grateful that I am the one teaching them and loving them throughout the day.  I am grateful that they are each others classmate. 


A photo, video, link, or quote to share…

This is our paper stash in our school supply cabinet.  I am so glad that I decided to tackle this.  Now we are ready for finding everything for our school year.