My online lexical companion, Dictionary.com, lists one of the definitions of "expectation" as "something expected; a thing looked forward to". Sounds like a pretty straight forward definition, right? Well, so you would think, but let me quickly turn your attention to just how convoluted the practical application of this meaning can be. Here we go. Think about the numerous times … Continue reading Structure: Step #2 – Follow-up with Expectations
Have you ever noticed how it's slightly less stressful to teach someone else's child how to drive rather than your own? It's almost as if you were born with an extra dose of patience to use in such instances. Sound somewhat relatable? Well, I'm perhaps one of those oddities who was surprisingly in chill mode … Continue reading The Golden Rule of Patience
As a parent, you won't have much if any say in what teaching methods are presented to your children when you send them away for 7+ hours in a day. You do, however, have control over what you expose your child to within the confines of your own home. Whether homeschooling or not, it's important … Continue reading Visual Aids for the Interactive Learner
Earlier this afternoon, I had the opportunity to dine and fellowship with different generations of incredible women (and one sweet brother-in-law and guest) from my Husband's side of the family. It's always such a blessing to be in their presence. I so enjoy these special occasions when we're able to come together and love on each other, laugh, learn, and share. … Continue reading Invitations & Reflection
In my opinion, teaching is one of the most admirable professions an individual could fulfill. Coming from a daughter whose mom was a Kindergarten and First-Grade Teacher for 30+ years, I've had a lifetime of being under teacher influences. Through my own school environments or those of my mom's, I was continuously surrounded by a host … Continue reading Top 10 Must-Haves for Your Homeschooler
What I'm about to discuss with you is not something that you're unaware of and it's certainly not one of those subjects, like college Calculus III, that you've more than likely never experienced or had a desire to understand. I mean I can appreciate a challenging mathematics class like the next mom; but when it … Continue reading Structure: Step #1 – Start with a Schedule
Okay, so I used the word, "Blitz" in this post's title, but I'm using it in the less aggressive sense of its meaning. What I'm trying to say is that I'm currently existing in the back-to-school mode, where a lot of my concentration right now involves managing all of the chaos that comes with getting three children … Continue reading Back-to-School-Blitz (BTSB)
Today, I thought I'd introduce you to the fam., the objects of my affection (a.k.a., the loves of my life). Without question, my very motivation and inspiration for this blog comes from my family; and undoubtedly, I'll be bringing them into the discussion quite often. I wanted to somewhat personalize them for you; so going forward, … Continue reading We…Are…Family
In case you thought this blog was about pre- and post-pregnancy mommy and baby care, I totally get it but it's not...not exclusively anyway. Needless to say, I'm well past that maternal stage; but before you go just yet, how about reading a little further? You might even check out some of my other posts to … Continue reading Meanings Matter
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