1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (172 down and 328 to go) This week I: -swam for 35 minutes -walked 2 miles -took a Zumba class (45 minutes) -did a couple of Body Fit by Amy YouTube videos which added up to 45 minutes **I basically equate 15-20 minutes of exercise for one… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 17
Month: April 2019
Learning with Pinterest-Native Americans
A few weeks ago, we saw a wonderful production of Peter Pan at Grissom High School in Huntsville, Alabama. Ben loved the scenes with Tiger Lily so much that we decided to study Native Americans during history for the month of April. Between Pinterest and the local library we found a lot of great books… Continue reading Learning with Pinterest-Native Americans
Goal Update for Week 16
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (162 down and 338 to go) This week I completed my ten miles by taking two Zumba classes, walking two miles with my husband, and trying out more fun YouTube videos. 2. Read two nonfiction books each month Accomplished I have been reading a lot of Sherlock… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 16
Low Carb Berry Crisp
I recently bought two packages of big, beautiful blackberries. Unfortunately both were extremely tart, so I decided to turn them into a crisp and hope they sweetened up that way. Luckily this recipe turned out great (Evidence: I ate two bowls topped with low carb ice cream for lunch the day I made it and… Continue reading Low Carb Berry Crisp
Frugal Things
1. Homeschool Banquet Every year our homeschool co-op offers a high school banquet for its members. It is always beautifully decorated and makes a very special night for our children. I originally gave my daughter a budget of what she could spend for her dress and accessories, but she quickly let me know that she… Continue reading Frugal Things
Goal Update for Weeks 14-15
***I skipped last week, so this update is for Weeks 14 & 15 1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (152 down and 348 to go) I have been doing a lot of Body Fit by Amy YouTube videos for the past two weeks mixed in with a little swimming, and of course taking… Continue reading Goal Update for Weeks 14-15
Frugal Things
1. Signed up for Book It! Every year we sign up for Pizza Hut's Book It! Program as homeschoolers. Free pizza just for reading...yes please! 2. Dresses Belk was having a sale on all of their previously marked down dresses for 40% off the lowest ticketed price. I have been searching for new dresses forever… Continue reading Frugal Things
Goal Update for Week 13
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (132 down and 368 to go) I completed my 10 miles** this week by walking, taking a Zumba class, swimming, and trying out a couple new YouTube exercise videos. (**Not counting yard work!) 2. Read two nonfiction or classic books each month Not yet. 3. Try to… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 13
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