What I read: I loved Into the Wilderness by Sara Donati, but when I tried to read the second novel in the series it kind of fell flat for me. I came across the third book in the series while I was at the thrift store and decided to give it a shot. I was… Continue reading Weekly Recap (9.27.2020)
Goal Update for Week 39
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (381 miles down and 119 to go) I completed ten miles this week by doing Bodyfit by Amy videos on YouTube and walking. 2. Eat at least five fruits/vegetables daily (+ drink 96 oz. of water) I did this for five days last week 3. Read more… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 39
Weekly Recap (9.13.2020)
What I read: This week I read The Watchmaker's Daughter. It was a pretty good fantasy book overall, but I did not really care for how they ended the book because too much was kept back until the very end in my opinion. Emma (16 years old) is reading Bridge to Terabithia. Ben (8 years… Continue reading Weekly Recap (9.13.2020)
Goal Update for Week 37
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (361 miles down and 139 to go) I completed ten miles this week by doing Bodyfit by Amy videos on YouTube and walking. 2. Eat at least five fruits/vegetables daily (+ drink 96 oz. of water) I did this for five days last week 3. Read more… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 37
Goal Update for Week 35
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (341 miles down and 159 to go) I completed ten miles this week by doing Bodyfit by Amy videos on YouTube and walking in this awful humidity. 2. Eat at least five fruits/vegetables daily (+ drink 96 oz. of water) I did this for five days last… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 35
Weekly Recap (8.27.2020)
What I read: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks was a great read. If you have ever grumbled over filling out medical documents or have any interest in the medical world this book is for you. Henrietta Lacks, dying from cervical cancer in the 1950s, unwittingly gave up her cancer cells to medical science and… Continue reading Weekly Recap (8.27.2020)
Weekly Recap (8.20.2020)
What I read: The best thing that I have read lately is The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron. It is basically everything you need to know about the Enneagram and more. I wish that I had learned about the Enneagram years ago because it really helps me to see why we act… Continue reading Weekly Recap (8.20.2020)
Frugal Things
1. Kittens and supplies We added two adorable kittens to our family: Marya and Sonya. Apparently they are names from Natasha, Pierre, and The Great Comet of 1812 (can you tell my daughter is a theatre fan??) A friend of ours was giving them away, so my kids have been patiently waiting for their arrival… Continue reading Frugal Things
Goal Update for Week 33
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (321 miles down and 179 to go) I completed ten miles this week by doing Bodyfit by Amy videos on YouTube and walking in this awful humidity. 2. Eat at least five fruits/vegetables daily (+ drink 96 oz. of water) I did this for five days last… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 33
Our Homeschool Plans for 2020-21
"Man plans, and God laughs" - old Yiddish Proverb This basically sums up my entire life (including homeschool) If you look at any of my personality types seeking input, planning, and trying to keep everyone happy always ranks in my top five attributes. Is it a coincidence that pride is my biggest downfall? Probably not.… Continue reading Our Homeschool Plans for 2020-21
