Author: mymentech

Learn to draw a graceful swan and a beautiful ballerina! In this lesson, you’ll learn about line & shape: the first two elements of art. Be inspired by impressionistic artwork like Degas’ ballerinas, or the early American naturalist works of Audobon. Using lines and shapes, you’ll get to create your own works of art inspired by the masters, then color them to make them your very own! Includes a short Bible lesson based on Psalm 139:14 and the classic children’s story, The Ugly Duckling.

I have always enjoyed a cup of hot tea. My favorite tea is Earl Grey with two squares of sugar. It makes me feel warm and old fashioned. I use real tea cups that my mom gave to me with the saucers and tiny tea spoons to stir in the sugar. I know it doesn’t seem like much, but having an afternoon tea time is a way to unwind and get back to the basics of life.

What grade are you in? The most common question asked by strangers, or at least it seems like it when you are homeschooling. Whether you are at the grocery store or a family reunion, I guarantee this question will be asked of your kids.

I never thought I would have ALL boys. I am the middle of three girls, although there were three younger brothers (I come from a blended family on both sides). I had no idea what to do with boys. I grew up thinking they were “icky and weird”.

Yesterday, I snuck away from the heat and responsibilities of life and went to a friend’s pool with my kiddos for an hour.  It was a much needed break from reality. 

Unfortunately the reality was that I slipped getting into said pool and hurt my toe.