The year wasn't all bad for us, but it certainly had challenges. There's been so much talk about everyone being excited for a new year, but things don't feel different to me just because we flipped the calendar. Even so, I'm glad to see the tail end of 2020. We smoked ourselves out of the house … [Read more...] about It’s a new year – finally!
life with dogs
Why your dog is good for you!
There's a sign at one of our favorite local restaurants that says, "Dogs welcome; people tolerated." Ken says I need a sign like that in the house. Dogs are uncomplicated and their love is unconditional. Sure, every now and then they eat something gross in the yard or chew the corner of a rug (or in … [Read more...] about Why your dog is good for you!
Week-end: links & life {vol. 49}
"Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions; they pass no criticisms." -George Eliot Yesterday, I had a bad day. I've been stressing about all the things that have to be done by all our deadlines to make this move happen, and I ended up yelling at the kids and text-venting at … [Read more...] about Week-end: links & life {vol. 49}
Homeschool Plans 2015/16
Yay! Homeschool planning time is so much fun, no matter how the previous year ended; I've decided being a homeschool mom requires boundless optimism and just a touch of amnesia. In the beginning of my journey as a homeschool mom, I got SO excited about curriculum. I still do, somewhat, but now I … [Read more...] about Homeschool Plans 2015/16