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15 Minutes Outside: The Last Installment
Why Is This the Last Installment? No, it wasn't the heat that got to me, although 108 degrees Fahrenheit is enough to have anyone crying uncle. Instead, I realized that while being more mindful of spending time outside and playing with the kids is a great idea,...
How to Break the Procrastination Habit
I put lots of projects off until the summer when I will supposedly have more time. My husband works teachers' hours and has most of the summer off. He enjoys being what I call "The Crazed Cruise Director." He has lots and lots of plans for us to have lots and lots of...
The Little Reason You Shouldn’t Quit Blogging
If you're a blogger, have you ever wondered: If you're wasting your time blogging? If what you write really matters? If blogging is the best way to reach your goals? I have! I've looked at my social media stats and I've wondered if I could save time saying things that...
The Motivating Power of Sleep
Some homeschooling parents insist that their children have regular bedtimes and get plenty of sleep. Many of these same parents are up late and aren't giving themselves the benefit of at least seven hours worth of sleep. Some homeschooling parents don't have regular...
15 Minutes Outside: Weeks 11-12
I realize this isn't a picture of my kids, but this Eastern Garter Snake definitely interested my children. Fortunately, this guy who we found in our pool when we got it open isn't venomous like the Copperhead that bit our son, Sam. Opening the pool to discover new...
The Best Places to Buy, Borrow, Sell, or Donate Used Homeschool Curriculum
You were so excited the day you brought your shiny new curriculum home from a homeschool conference, the bookstore, or the mailbox. But now the school year is over, your children have grown, or you've decided to use something new. What's the best thing to do with your...
How to Increase Productivity with Just One Thing
If you read my guest post on over-commitment, you won't be surprised that I've been overwhelmed lately. My vacation was restful, but I returned home to a number of tasks I had put off until I got back. Another problem was that while on vacation, I fantasized about all...
How to Motivate Reluctant Readers
I keep hearing from moms whose kids don't like to read or don't read as much as their mothers hope. Why the concern? The Problem With Kids Who Don't Read The main cause for concern with kids who would rather do anything else but read is that they won't become...
15 Minutes Outside: Weeks 9 & 10
I'll admit it. I've been bad. I've been doing a series on my personal blog, psychowith6, chronicling my attempts at spending 15 minutes a day with the kids outside. It's really supposed to be interacting with the kids and not me doing what I want outside while the...
How to Avoid Over-Commitment
I wrote a guest post for the gorgeous Daphne on the High Cost of Over-commitment when I was really feeling the pain. When you get burned by your bad choices, you really want to avoid that situation again. I examined my own mess and I think I've come up with some...
How to Homeschool in an Hour a Day
Home educators have a lot of demands on their time. We may have multiple children, some of whom are babies or toddlers who require extra care. Some of our children may be teens who aren't yet driving, yet are involved in numerous outside classes or activities. Then...
The Most Important To Do
Because I'm a Wonder Woman, I have a lot going on. Maybe you can relate. On a regular basis, I wonder what's most important in my life, my week, and my day. Should I be spending more time: in prayer? with my husband? playing with the kids outside? on homeschooling?...