Author: mymentech

Walking in the woods; kicking up the leaves; enjoying the changing season – fall is my favorite time of year. But what do you do when the thermometer drops to below freezing temperatures or the snow starts to fly? Weather...

As homeschoolers, it is so easy to brag about all the flexibility we have in our schedules and how we can fit this in and that in. When we step back and take a real, hard look at things, we often find ourselves overwhelmed and...

I know it seems cliche to do a gratitude challenge in November but I always feel like I need it. I spend so much time thinking of so many other things and stressing about the upcoming holidays. Taking time each day in November...

On certain days my preteens rush through their schoolwork so they can go off and do their own thing. On other days, they hang onto my every word. They are engaged. They ask questions and they actually act like they enjoy school....

Fall is a fun time wherever you are! Here in the Midwest, it means leaves changing colors, bon fires and sweater weather. Your school year is in full swing and you are in a good routine. Routine is good, but sometimes you need a...