Sane Holiday Homeschooling

The following article appears today in a guest column over at Anne Elliot’s blog and in her weekly newsletter. Thanks for hosting me, Anne!Is it possible to homeschool sanely and still celebrate the Christmas? Yes! How? My two best tips are to make lists and to start early. I love lists! I make lists ofContinueContinue reading “Sane Holiday Homeschooling”

Do You Know Where Your Christmas Cards Are?

http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g78/webbfree/christmas/animations/countdown-1.swfChristmas Countdown designed by Christmas Gifts.orgIt’s December 3rd. Do you know where your lights, cards, and nativity scene are? I know, I know! The lights are on our decorated tree, the nativity scene is on the table beside the phone, and the cards are on my desk. But, they’re addressed (yes, I do cheat andContinueContinue reading “Do You Know Where Your Christmas Cards Are?”

Today’s Task

Exercise! Get moving! Work off that pumpkin pie and mashed potatoes! Work off the Christmas cookies you’ll be baking next week!Yes, now. Don’t wait until January 1. I read recently that it’s better to start something new (like a new exercise program) when your schedule is already in flux because that will cause you toContinueContinue reading “Today’s Task”

Be Happy with January’s Credit Card Bill

Yes, it is possible to be happy when your credit card bills arrive in the mail after Christmas. Really. How? By not overspending in November and December! It really is possible to give gifts to people who are important to you without emptying your wallet.First of all, make a list of everyone to whom youContinueContinue reading “Be Happy with January’s Credit Card Bill”

The Countdown Continues

Today’s the last day! Six days until Thanksgiving! Thirty-five days until Christmas! Are you ready? I sure am! Well, I’m ready for today at least.Today is our last day of school before having a week off at Thanksgiving. Yay! The kids aren’t the only ones celebrating :-). I’m going to use next week to makeContinueContinue reading “The Countdown Continues”

Only 51 Days Until Christmas!

Are you ready? And, it’s only 22 days until Thanksgiving! In case anyone was wondering, yes, I do make lists, and yes, I have already started. This year, I’ll be making regular posts to help you all plan ahead to have a less hectic holiday season so that you can focus on the important things:ContinueContinue reading “Only 51 Days Until Christmas!”