Jan 29, 2012 Posted by sweetie

Literary Variety

With eight children, we have a wide range of interests when it comes to reading material. Not only do areas of interest vary but we cover the spectrum of reading ability. As I was requesting books for our history readings, I remembered a book that I enjoyed as a young child. I recalled memories of reading it to my two oldest children. Had I ever shared this literary treasure with my current little ones? I... read more

Jan 22, 2012 Posted by sweetie

Note from the Management

That’s me. The Management; just a snazzy little name I call myself. Smiles and Laughter Let’s do some math. Oh, you don’t like math? I think you will love this math equation. If you are  a mom, I bet you have it already figured out. Or not.  School break + a couple of holidays + new baby = Wonderfully beautiful chaos! Super Sam! See. You are nodding your head, aren’t you? That... read more

Aug 17, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Word of the Week

Welcome to the first installment of “Word of the Week”. This is to provide you with a sampling of how we can find small moments throughout the day to increase and enhance our vocabulary. This week’s word: persnickety. Go ahead. Say it again. Persnickety. Just a fun word to pronounce, yes? Persnickety. Last night, my older three kiddos were out with Dad, so the little ones and I were... read more

Jun 30, 2011 Posted by sweetie

The Second Time Around

I can remember several years ago, sitting on the floor of Bekah and Mary’s bedroom. Girls tucked into bed, hallway light on and a book in my hand. I was reading aloud Black Beauty and they were enthralled with the story of this beautiful horse and the triumphs and tragedies he faced. I realized recently that Lydia and Hannah are about the age that Bekah and Mary were when I read Black Beauty aloud. I... read more

May 27, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Read for the Heart – Sarah Clarkson

Apologia Press provided a wonderful opportunity to review Read for the Heart: Whole Books for Wholehearted Families. I was thrilled to be selected for this review as I am constantly on the search for quality literature to enrich the lives of my children. However, Read for the Heart is so much more than a list of books! Read for the Heart was written by Sarah Clarkson; freelance writer and avid blogger... read more