Spring is in the air and with spring fever running rampant, everyone’s looking for outside fun—on the cheap, of course. Where better to get great ideas for games and activities than from Molly Green! Her April 2010 Digest, Homemade Happiness—Frugal Fun and Games provides over 30 suggestions. She also delves into the world of yardContinueContinue reading “Homemade Happiness–Frugal Fun and Games (review)”
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Let’s Git ‘Er Done!
It’s that time of year again. You know, when you wonder if your tenth grader will ever finish her geometry textbook. (Yep, that would be me!) It’s the time of year when we wonder why we chose a particular science curriculum, but realize that it’s too late to start over again. It’s the time ofContinueContinue reading “Let’s Git ‘Er Done!”
A Common Bond
Homeschoolers–whether classical, relaxed, traditional, or eclectic–share a common bond. And, we enjoy meeting one another and discussing our various methods and materials. Deana Hipwell of The Frugal Homeschooling Mom delights in highlighting different homeschooling families on her “A Common Bond” feature each week. Yesterday (April 15) our family was featured! Please check it out here.ContinueContinue reading “A Common Bond”
I’m Going to the Fair!
And I want you to join me! As a homeschooling mom, I look forward to homeschool conventions with the same fervor I looked forward to the county fair as a kid. The huge stuffed animals, the impossible ring toss game, school friends I hadn’t seen in a while, dirt up to my ankles, overpriced hotdogs,ContinueContinue reading “I’m Going to the Fair!”
How to Write a Review
I’ve written many reviews in the past two years and in the process, I’ve received many free products. If you’re interested in receiving free products but intimidated by writing reviews, here are a few pointers to get you started:1. Evaluate the product. Use it. Have your kids stomp on it. Read the book. Check theContinueContinue reading “How to Write a Review”
My Book Pitch Featured
Y’all remember the book idea I sort of threw out there in my previous post? Well, I wrote an actual pitch. It was analyzed by Leslie Wilson and Mary DeMuth of The Writing Spa. And they liked the pitch!! Read the full review here.Image courtesy of http://www.iband.com.
Tame the Paper Monster E-Book Available
Some of the most popular posts on my blog are from the Put Paper in Its Place 5-part series. I’ve taken the best of the best, added a few extras, and turned it into an e-book! Get all of my helpful paper organization tips together in one easy, print-ready format. Of course, you’ll have toContinueContinue reading “Tame the Paper Monster E-Book Available”
Creative Spaces
Everyone’s house is different (ok, maybe not if you live in a cookie-cutter development), so a one-size-fits-all organizing mentality doesn’t work. I try to be sensitive of that and to offer a variety of options when I write my how-to posts.The other week, I posted about our schoolroom makeover (read it here if you missedContinueContinue reading “Creative Spaces”
Homeschool Organization E-Book Published!
I’m so excited to announce that my very first e-book is ready for you to purchase, either from Codex Publishing’s store or from CurrClick! It’s entitled “Organize Your Homeschool” and is mostly a compilation of some of my blog posts, plus a few extras.Ever wished you could print out a few reminders on how toContinueContinue reading “Homeschool Organization E-Book Published!”
Should You Pay Someone What She’s Worth?
Before you answer, “YES, of course,” please take a moment. It’s not as simple a question as you might think. Before you answer that first question, reflect on these points.1. Are you more interested in the price of something than its value?2. Are you more likely to dash off an email complaining about something quickerContinueContinue reading “Should You Pay Someone What She’s Worth?”
Bethany LaShell 