When we first started homeschooling, way back in 1999, we were encouraged to think about why we wanted to homeschool our children, not only right then, but in the future. We were also encouraged to come up with a set of goals that we wanted our children to meet before they graduated from our careContinueContinue reading “Got Vision? Part 1”
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The Graduate
Two weeks ago, my oldest daughter graduated from our homeschool. Yay!! I shared a little bit about persevering through all the hard times. Now, I’d like to share a little bit about my special girl through the years. I’m joining up with the Heart of the Matter Online homeschool high school graduate celebration blog hopContinueContinue reading “The Graduate”
Vacation Organization
Yes, I even organize my relaxation time! I am that neurotic. Really. Just ask my husband, who’s been trying to get me to relax for years. But, even homeschooling families need a vacation. Seriously, organization is the pathway to real relaxation. Once the details are in place, then I don’t have to worry aboutContinueContinue reading “Vacation Organization”
Perseverance Pays Off
What happens when you persevere? Eventually, you’re able to graduate a child from your homeschool. The day after this article appears here and over at Heart of the Matter Online, my oldest daughter will graduate—at the age of 15, but she turns 16 next week. Let me tell you, many days (weeks, months) I wasContinueContinue reading “Perseverance Pays Off”
Portfolios 101
This is a repeat, I admit it, but it’s that time of year again! School’s out (or nearly done) and you’re wondering what to do with the plethora of papers under your dining room table. Or, you know you have to make a portfolio, but you have no idea how to go about it. InContinueContinue reading “Portfolios 101”
The Mom Binder Part 2
So, you’ve snagged a binder and scavenged enough tabs to have one for each child plus at least one for general administration/support-type papers, right? And, you’ve printed out year-at-a-glance calendars as well as monthly calendars, right? If you’re wondering what on earth I’m talking about, see The Mom Binder Part 1 article that I postedContinueContinue reading “The Mom Binder Part 2”
The Mom Binder, Part 1
I’ve referenced The Mom Binder quite a few times recently, and while I was writing those posts, I looked for the original Mom Binder post to link to. I couldn’t find one—time to write about one of my favorite homeschool organization tools. I’ve seen quite a few references online to household management binders, so whyContinueContinue reading “The Mom Binder, Part 1”
My Foolish Heart (book review)
What could be more foolish than a house-bound single woman giving advice on love? How ‘bout giving it on a syndicated, nightly radio show. In spite of her unusual circumstances, Isadora usually manages to dole out pretty decent advice. Then a hunky new guy moves in next door. As his first few attemptsContinueContinue reading “My Foolish Heart (book review)”
Record Keeping for Dummies
Records? What are those? Didn’t they go out of style with eight-track cassettes? Or, records? Are you nuts? Why should I keep them? If I have to keep them, which ones should I be worried about, and how do I do it? Let’s start with the why. Why keep records when you don’t have to?ContinueContinue reading “Record Keeping for Dummies”
Go Trybe! (review)
Fitness is more fun with more people! That’s the premise behind Go Trybe, which is an online activity, fitness, and nutrition center for kids of all ages. Kids join a trybe with others their age, build an avatar, talk about fitness and nutrition issues on the safe forums, and gain motivation through a points system.ContinueContinue reading “Go Trybe! (review)”
Bethany LaShell 