Any given (summer) Thursday… 7:00 AM alarm, drag myself awake, shower, get dressed 8:15 AM leave for mammogram appointment 9:01 AM check in and sit in waiting room, open Bible app to catch up on reading plan - I just started Isaiah 9:19 AM done with mammogram - fairly quick and easy (had barely started … Continue reading A Day In The Life…
I’m really trying to make the switch from kiddos to tween/teens - it’s a process to grow with your children! I’ve got 2 in high school this year and my youngest is in 7th grade! scented felt tipped pens - a more grown-up version of the scented markers we used to buy and a more … Continue reading Favorite Things: Back-To-HomeSchool Edition 2026
We have been patrons of the local library’s summer reading programs since my oldest son was still in diapers. This year’s theme was “Unearth a Story” and we ended up finding many ways to tie the theme into our summer plans. The theme could have several meaning, it could mean things like digging, mining, treasure … Continue reading Unearth a Story – Summer Reading Theme 2026
Yay! I am so thrilled to meet a blogging friend in real life! How fun is this!?! I’ve read some posts by others who’ve met blogging friends in real life and it would be a dream come true for me to meet each of you amazing bloggers in real life! Fun fact: my husband and … Continue reading Heavens to Betty! Sing Like Wildflowers! – Santa Cruz, California
Last year I curated my own DIY Summer Homeschool “Conference” and I really enjoyed it. I’m doing it again this year. Instead of going to a destination homeschool conference, I’m staying in, reading books, thrifting, supporting local small businesses, and finding inspiration close to home. I read Sticky Faith on our flight to Austin, TX … Continue reading DIY Summer “Homeschool Conference” 2026
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