It’s August once again! I’ve eagerly planned the curriculum and the schedule for our new school year ahead. We completed day 4 today, and I’m thankful all has gone well. My youngest is marking the days on the calendar with a heart. That’s a good sign that he’s enjoying his Kindergarten experience so far. I…
We are joyfully navigating our third year of High School in our Homeschool. The year has been fantastic so far with challenges, wins, growth, and lots of learning. I’ve noticed that the switch from Grade school to High school has been quite remarkable. Many days, I miss the leisurely feel of the day when all…
After six incredible days of travel, we took a break on Day 7! Today was Friday, and we spent this day sitting on the couch, watching movies all morning long. It felt really good to have this option and enjoy some down time. In the afternoon, the kids enjoyed games, puzzles, and more. Rimrock Coffee…
Good morning! It’s another beautiful day out WEST. We’re in Arizona, and we’re ready to go to Phoenix. Today we visit Grand Canyon University! What is GCU or Grand Canyon University? Grand Canyon University is a Private Christian college in Pheonix, Arizona. If you’ve been to a homeschooling convention, you may have seen many college…
The Day Begins Today, marks a special day. I would see a place I’ve always wanted to see. We woke early before the sunrise to have a moment together before the day began. A herd of deer came up from between the houses, and they were quite surprised to see us sipping coffee on the…
Along the interstate through Arizona, the entrance to the Petrified Forest sits out-of-sight about 3 miles away. After passing the ranger booth onto the first curve, the sight of this smaller “grand canyon” astounded me with its beauty and colors. Visiting the Petrified Forest National Park The Painted Desert overlooks were spectacular! The park was…
Our journey West is one family dream that came true this year! We’ve dreamed of this opportunity for numerous years, and the time was right in 2024. A Trip in the Making Over the winter, we discussed potential stopping points and travel ideas. After our trip to MIAMI in 2022, we settled on San Diego…
We enjoyed our first stay in Saint James, and awoke the next morning ready to continue the journey. After some delicious cinnamon rolls for breakfast, we began our trip with a visit to Greentree Christian Church in Rolla. They started a Sunday morning service at 9:15am, and we greatly enjoyed the fellowship there. The Largest…
And we’re off! This is Day 1 of our 20-day adventure to the Western United States. Our first day began a bit cloudy, but the clear blue sky came out by the time we traveled up the Gateway Arch of St. Louis. The Itinerary Traveling WEST We did not create a detailed daily itinerary, but…
Computers have become a part of my everyday. Whether I’m checking a bank account balance, cropping a picture, or sending an e-mail, I’m accessing my laptop, desktop, or hand-held computer (a.k.a. Smart phone) daily. The amount of passwords we need in today’s tech world is incredible. And the changes happen too fast! I just tried…
Last March, I attended a homeschool conference. I love hearing from speakers, vendors, and friends at these events. We’re surrounded by books, ideas, and such creativity when we go to a conference. Sometimes I’m challenged to change, and sometimes I’m encouraged to keep going with what I’m already doing. Homeschool conferences can be the support…
