The following is a post from contributing writer, Julianna, of Petunia June. Over the years I’ve observed that I tend to get a tad high strung during school hours. Perhaps this has something to do with the fact that I have four children in four different grades and I like things to be perfect. But [...]
There You Have It: Fun Tips for Using “There,” “Their,” and “They’re”
March 16, 2012 by 12 Comments
The following is a post from contributing writer, Julianna, of Petunia June. Like many others, my kids often struggle with the usage of three notorious words: there, their, and they’re. And for good reason! They all sound the same, and they’re kind of tricky to use. To assist my children, I devised a fun memory [...]
Homeschooling and Pregnant? 5 Tips to Help You Survive
January 4, 2012 by 4 Comments
As a new homeschooler, the only challenges I’ve faced thus far have been personality battles and scheduling snags. I was feeling like I could handle it all ….. Until I got pregnant with Baby #5. I’m not sure if it’s because I’m busy chasing many small children, or because I’m a little older, but this [...]
A Glimpse Into One Our Days
December 6, 2011 by 2 Comments
Have you ever had one of those days that just seemed to go on and on forever? What about one of those days that you just wish would end? Here is a glimpse into one of our days recently. Daddy starts breakfast while I nurse the twins one last time. All I want to do [...]
Great Homeschool Links: April 1, 2011
April 1, 2011 by 4 Comments
Nature Scavenger Hunt- Sun Scholars, featured on Ucreate with Kids Rachel shares how to make a fun game for the outdoors. Surviving March, Dealing With Homeschool Burnout- The Homeschool Post Okay it’s April now, but Dawn shares some great tips on dealing with homeschool burnout. Plan For Tomorrow, Not Next Week or Next Year- Steady [...]
How is your personal INERTIA?
March 30, 2011 by 5 Comments
The power of inertia – it is alive and well at our house. How about yours? I’ve found that if I am moving from one task to the next without much pause or break, I am able to accomplish much. But if I let my body return to a place of rest, I really struggle [...]
I Want a Substitute (and My Kids Do Too)
February 10, 2011 by 15 Comments
I have a confession. Sometimes, when my seven year old is going into deep, deep, detail about the Broadway show she is currently writing/directing/starring in or the argument her dolls had with each other, my mind wanders. It’s not that I don’t appreciate her creativity. I’m just a daydreamer. Really. Then the other day, my [...]
