I have fond memories of studying the middle ages when I was a girl. We visited that era multiple times. Being in a household of all girls, I’m sure you can imagine our rapt attention as we learned about courtly behavior, medieval dress and the day of good ol’ chivalry! It was all quite ‘romantic’ and the brocades […]
The Gift of New Life
There is something so exciting, so special about new life. Yesterday, I was supposed to be there to support my friend as she gave birth to her second child. Life is a little complicated right now and I missed the birth by just over 5 minutes. Quick labors are truly wonderful, unless you are the one […]
{LOVE} these ideas right now
I’ve never been a big Valentine’s Day kind of person, but we did have fun with it last year. I sort of feel bad that I didn’t plan better this year. But hey, there’s still time, right?!?!? If you are still looking for inspiration, check out these ideas: Last year, we read about the real […]
What Comes First?
I couldn’t help but think about the question, “What comes first, the chicken or the egg?” when thinking about our educational adventures last week. Of course in this situation it was, “What comes first – activity or content?” My usual educational mode is to read, read, read about a subject and then incorporate hands-on activity […]
It Could Have Been Worse…
Do you ever wonder how kids, boys especially, survive childhood? I find myself pondering this frequently. Last week, we were thankful for God’s protection yet again… My dad dropped by on Friday afternoon for a bit. The boys were excitedly telling him about their morning coronations. Keegan hadn’t parted with the dearly beloved scepter all […]
Winners Announced and Kings Crowned…
We emerged briefly from the middle ages to select some winners for our giveaway!!! The boys were quite excited about it (although disappointed that they couldn’t enter to win the pencils) and wanted to help, so I reverted to the ‘old fashioned’ way of writing down each name on a slip of paper and letting the […]