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Macaroni and cheese – four variations

by Heather Vogler | Apr 23, 2018 | Home Life | 0 |

Macaroni and cheese certainly ranks high on the list of favorite comfort foods for many Americans. Here are a few variations of a dish that will keep you going back for more!

Helping your children set goals

by Lisa Keva | Apr 20, 2018 | Getting Organized | 0 |

Setting goals is a good way to chart a course for your days and even your years. It’s a good habit to get into and one that can be utilized throughout life!

Moms – take care of yourself emotionally

by Lisa Keva | Apr 18, 2018 | Home Life | 0 |

You watch over the affairs of your household, you make sure everyone gets what they need to stay healthy and happy. When someone gets sick, you’re right there on the front lines. But who takes care of you?

Keeping a gratitude journal

by Kristy Jensen | Apr 16, 2018 | Home Life | 0 |

Keeping a “Gratitude Journal” doesn’t have to be complicated or fancy. You can use a plain notebook and a pencil. You can start off small. But, the point is to be positive and start thinking about the good things in your life.

Delight-directed writing

by Heather Vogler | Apr 13, 2018 | Academics | 0 |

Writing does not just come naturally. A child verbalizing their thoughts and communicating them through writing are two completely different things. As homeschooling parents, it might frustrate us to no end. How do we encourage the intimidated writer?

Homeschool Comparisonitis?

by Lisa Keva | Apr 11, 2018 | Schools of Thought | 0 |

Comparisonitis. We’ve all suffered from it one time or another. It is an easy trap to fall into. But what do you do when the comparison is your own ideal, and it doesn’t match up?

Organizing your homeschool

by Lisa Keva | Apr 9, 2018 | Getting Organized | 0 |

Much like laundry, homeschool curriculum and supplies tend to multiply and take over space. Left unchecked, this “menace” can creep into your kitchen, dining room and has even been known to take over a bedroom or two. Here are some tips to tame the mess.

What comes first?

by Stacie S. | Apr 6, 2018 | Getting Organized | 0 |

As homeschool mamas, we have a ton of things pulling us in different directions. At times, we feel stressed, we feel overwhelmed, we feel inadequate, just like anyone else doing whatever work it is they do all day. So, what do you do to handle it all?