Homeschool Self-reflection
Have you ever given a thought to helping other less experienced homeschool moms? Whether you have...
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Tag: homeschool moms
Making Mom Friends
When I was in middle and high school I had the hardest time making friends. I always thought it...
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What About Rest?
If you are like many homeschool moms, you frequently burn the candle at both ends. You are chief...
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Homeschool Moms need support!
Sometimes homeschooling is the loneliest job on the planet. Long hours, no monetary rewards, no time off, and no sick days. Why would anyone sign up for such a position?
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Moms – take care of yourself emotionally
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?
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Soup! It’s what’s for dinner.
Beat the winter blues by cooking up some soup. The versatility of soup is perfect for homeschooing families that want to make a large batch of something that can be reheated the next day or later in the week. These are some of my go-to soup recipes that are served often in my home.
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Finding time for yourself during the homeschool day
Homeschooling is a sacrifice; a worthwhile one, but a sacrifice nonetheless. Spare time might not come often during the day so how is a homeschooling mom supposed to take care of herself?
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Go-to breakfast ideas
What does your breakfast routine look like? Is it a free for all, a mega-ordeal, or planned-to-the-T process? Regardless of your style, if you are looking for a bit of breakfast inspiration, here are several of my go-to ideas.
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Is it Really an Interruption?
How do you deal with your little ones when they pull you away from a project, you know, for that all-important game of peek-a-boo, or to read the story “just one more time”? At this point, do you barely engage with your child, hoping that a brief acknowledgement will do the trick?
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3 important mindsets for getting housework done
I find sanity in knowing what is expected of me and getting it done. I like having all the checkmarks checked off a list so I can feel like I accomplished something. Then I became a mother. I quickly realized that there is no, “getting it all done.” Sometimes I just have to take a deep breath and remind myself of a few things.
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Keeping the Kids Busy During the Winter Months
The winter months can seem long and exhausting with little kids in the house. Especially on days that are too cold or the weather is too bad to go outside. In the warmer months, I usually send my children outside for a good portion of the day. Winter gets too cold for going outside where I live.
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My Word For 2018: HOPE
Another year is gone. Another one is beginning. 2017 was a very difficult year for me. I had major surgery. We had lots of family things happen. We got behind. We lost hope for a time.
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