Crafty Sisters

I never have understood the crafty mind. I'm a lefty so crocheting was never a possibility. I have no patience for needle work. I once tried to watch and follow a painting of the most awesome man ever on t.v.- Bob Ross....My happy little trees were mostly sad. :(

Don't even think about asking me if I can sew. The answer is no. I did manage to make nightgown once for the girls, but I wouldn't want the general public to witness my creation.

Now my sister is the Martha Stewart of our generation. There's nothing she can't make. Crocheting, sewing, artwork, just general craftiness. Her latest creation is pictured. It has a nice rustic feel to the snowflake.

Oh well, my brother has the brains..

We all know I took the beauty. :)

So my sister took the artistic side!!


-Jules



Here's a link to her Facebook page

https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=834172173307189

Wow-I'm late into the school year!

Hello again!
I just realized how long it has taken me to write on here. I have been swamped with school, I guess 4 kids doing 4 different things will do that to a girl.
The daughter is almost finished with her 9th grade coursework and the niece is ending 8th grade. The other niece is doing well, but it's my son that I am most proud of. He struggled a bit last year in Math and Reading. I tried everything I could to think of a way to get him to "get it."

It finally took me making him draw tally marks to do the addition/subtraction problems. He still does it for every problem and that's ok. I will work patiently with him at this point as long as he is starting to grasp it.
Reading came along nicely. Frankly, We read from Dick and Jane and was able to finish the entire book. I even used some apps downloaded on his IPOD to help him. He's a wiz on that thing and his laptop!

On a personal note:
I realize I took this magical oath when I decided to stay home instead of work, but when did this mean I had to do everything? I can't even get the husband to carry the trash can to the road. Heck, he can't even heat up a can of soup anymore. I think it's time "Big Mama" got a job on the weekend and force my family to learn to fend for themselves a little. Either that or I go on strike (again) :)

Might I recommend:

www.education.com  -there is a membership for full benefits of the website, but you can get so many (10, I think) a month. They have some really good worksheets.

Also, if you need some Mom time- check out the Blue Fire Saga by Scott Prussing. It's a wonderful read and as soon as you start reading Breathless you'll be hooked and won't be able to put it down!
 http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004U6WM7E
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/breathless-scott-prussing/1103450265
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/87871
( might have to copy and paste links if they don't work, sorry!)

-Until next time, Jules

So it's begun!

We started school this past week. It wasn't exactly how we typically do things, pretty laid back, if you were looking in from the outside, you would question if anything had been learned that day. I assure you, there was learning. Shark week, was on all day. The kids are fascinated with them. I love when they come tell me all the interesting facts they learned. The excitement in their eyes is priceless.

I spent a lot of time planning. I will be including Kyle in school this year. He's excited and eager. I pray it goes smooth. Im sure Emilee will also be learning as she doesn't understand why she can't do school. She thinks she's old enough and insists she can write. She's the sweetest.

So far schooling the three kids and myself is a little chaotic, then add Lexie who is into EVERYTHING makes are day just a little insane. But, I love it. Sit back and enjoy the ride!

New School year fast upon us

Wow!

Can you believe the new year has crept up so quickly? This summer vacation has flew by... I think it was a pretty crappy one if you ask me. So much rain made it hard to do anything.

Well, this year should be interesting. Brieana will be in 6th grade, Dylan in 3rd and Kyle in Pre-k/ Kindergarten. He is ready for it and is very excited. I will start off with Pre-K and ease into Kindergarten as I feel he will excel quickly.

Bought the kids their journal books. It will be interesting to see how different this year will be. I even found one for Kyle.

Not only are my littles in school, I am also in school full time. So I am sure, I will have many stories to tell.

What are some of your preparation plans? What will your first day of school be like??


Amie

End of another school year! :)

Last Friday marked another end of the school year for us. I am so proud of the kids-they worked hard all year long.

So I had the bright idea of making a "Summer Bucket List."  I asked all the kids to write down some things they want to do this summer (within reason) and I was surprised to find out that 2 of the 4 want a tree house/fort. Looks like I have some planning to do.

All of them listed going to play with new friends..hmmm..guess home school kids do socialize after all. They have followed the rules so far, I haven't gotten any weird requests like Disney or bungee jumping. Although my daughter did ask to go to some outdoor music festival that has several bands. Oh how I miss the days of Disney stars/shows. Now it is bands like Falling In Reverse and people who growl instead of sing. :/

So here is a toast (raises glass of tea) to the start of summer-Hot day, warm nights and the sounds of frogs and crickets!

I hope everyone enjoys a little safe fun this summer.

School help tip..   www.saylor.org  <---free online courses for the older kids. Its a life saver..


Mom "Escape" tip:  Scott Prussing, a wonderful author, made the first book of his series-Breathless- free on Amazon and Barnes and Noble..check it out and take some down time to yourself..escape into a book for awhile.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004U6WM7E
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/breathless-scott-prussing/1103450265

-Until We Meet Again....-Jules