Although it would be better for me, probably, to split this post into a few posts, over time...the fact is that things are just getting busier by the day and I want to quickly share what I can, when I can! ;)
Right now, I have a cast iron skillet seasoning in the oven and bread rising in the kitchen. Clothes are on the line and I have some needing folded and put away, as well! I have been receipting taxes a lot lately...as our fall ones are coming in, by the dozen (it seems)! We also have started our school year...so I need to make good use of each hour of the day I get...because once it is gone, it's gone. :)
The two older children had dentist appointments last week. We go to a wonderful pediatric dentist, about an hours drive away. On the way home, I had on the AC in the van...and Madelyn told me she was cold. I turned the AC off in the rear but, apparently, she was still chilly...because the next thing I hear is the sound of rustling newspapers and I look in my rearview to see that my daughter was using newspaper as a blanket! **Note to self: Keep blanket in the van in case of long trips!** Soon, they both were out, snoozing away into dreamland...I must admit that it was the middle of the afternoon and I was wishing *I* was still young. I remember trips with my parents. It was a 2 hour drive to my Grandpop and Grammie's house. My sister and I would sit in the back of the car and play the license plate game or do a window scavenger hunt that our mom had made for us...and then, when our eyelids would start to get heavy and sleep started setting in, we could let those eyelids fall and drift off to sleep! As an adult, we don't get that luxury anymore...although I do so love looking at houses, landscapes, farms and fields as I drive along. So, I suppose, I traded a love of dreaming for a love of seeing! ;)
The boys in their *dirt pile*...




And as I mentioned above, we started our schooling for the year! X had been so excited over the weekend...but this morning, he was less than enthusiastic about it. Once he starts really learning lots of fun, new things, I think he *will* be excited to continue!
Madelyn started well today...we are all still getting used to the methods and routines of the CLE curriculum! So far, so good! :)


Honestly, he isn't much of a morning person. He likes a little extra sleep. If his body needs that, I am okay with it. Chris is the same way. Jaxson, Madelyn and I are the early birds!

I finished my last Basic Sign Language class, last week. It went well and I learned a lot. I am not sure if I will enroll in the Intermediate class, or not. I hope to...but we will see!
Well...I have been on here, longer than I expected so I really need to run. I hope your days are being enjoyed to their fullest (and if they aren't...figure out why they aren't...pray about it and do some tweaking!). Thanks for visiting and hopefully, I will be able to post again soon.
Cheerfully,
Katy :)
The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee,
and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.
~Numbers 6:24-26
and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.
~Numbers 6:24-26
so funny about mads and the newspaper! i'd prob do the same thing though!
ReplyDeleteglad schooling got off to a good start! hope you get in the groove!
Love your post! The newspaper cracked me up! Kids are too funny!! :) Awesom that your are already starting schooling! I'm looking forward to it as well very soon!!
ReplyDeleteI love your blog. I couldn't believe how much we have in common. i also do my house in primitive things it makes the house so cozy. I live in Indiana. I also bake bread and hang out my laundry. I have had some people laugh at me for that but I love being at home. I sw that you make dish cloths. Do you ever make any for people? If so how much do you charge. I love them.
ReplyDeleteI also homeschool my children. I might try CLE, this year. I have been using ACE.
ReplyDeletethanks for sharin. Always great to see and hear abut your day. Things are super crazy here:) Enrolling the boys, (my baby goes to bnig school in Kindergarden, and one in 4th) my older boy in first year highschool(yikes) , and i am gonna try my 7th grade daughter in homeschool. I am so nervous! Although it is a state run program, i am really looking forward to teaching her homemaking skills, and having daily devotionals and things with her. I am praying for your days, and i know you will pray for mine. Christina
ReplyDeleteGreat post! :-)
ReplyDeleteIt was wonderful reading your post, Katy. You always have so many interesting things going on. What an inspiration you are.
ReplyDeleteBTW, the pics of your kids are fantastic. You have so much to be proud of.
Susannah
LOL, love the newspaper blanket;) Looks like very full, busy, but wonderful days, thanks for sharing them:)
ReplyDeleteLove M with the newspaper. Funny!
ReplyDeleteWow the kids have gotten so big since I last saw them. You sure stay busy, how's your mom doing? My boys are going back to public school this yr which really scares me so I know I will sure be on my knees alot more. Blessings, Karen
ReplyDeleteWe are starting our homeschooling year as well! I think this year that we are going to school year round - 3 days a week. I did this in the beginning, and it worked so well - Im not sure why I ever switched it up!
ReplyDeleteI saved the CLE to my bookmarks. Looks like something I might would buy a thing or two from. We use a blend of different things - no one set curriculum. We do a blend of Charlotte Mason/ Unschooling / and some workbooks. AmblesideOnline.org is my favorite homeschool website!
I home schooled for one year when my kids were in 5th and 7th grade. Hats off to you!!! I admire anybody that can keep that committment and teach their own kids. Your family is so blessed!
ReplyDeleteLove the newspapers! The goats are too cute! Good luck with homeschooling this year. I am sure you will do a wonderful job!!!
ReplyDeletelovely day, lovely heart!
ReplyDeleteglad schooling is going well...
ReplyDeletehope you all have a good rest of the week..
hugs and blessing..
Love to read about the bit going on in your life Katy - what a blessing to put insulation up on your home!
ReplyDeleteWarm wishes, Tonya