Feb 20, 2012 Posted by sweetie

Wynnewood… where adventure awaits…

We recently finished up reading an exciting trilogy set in medieval England; full of adventure, laughter, suspense and I AM. You won’t regret taking a step into Wynnewood and getting to know the creature who lurks... read more

Feb 6, 2012 Posted by sweetie

My morning…..

Monday. Wonderful, marvelous Monday. No, really it has been wonderful!   Listening to girls play paperdolls, I overhear: “Oh, what a glorious day!” Please insert a British accent with a touch of southern twang. *** A son doing a picture study and writing a description. He duly noted what he felt was inappropriate dress in his writing. Good work, young man. *** I walk into the living room... read more

Oct 2, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Nature Study 101

My children love the great outdoors. Climbing trees. Digging tunnels in a pile of sand. Swinging. Running. Sliding. Playing Revolutionary War. Exploring unknown lands. Over the past few weeks, anytime there has been a slight break in the heat, the kiddos have been outside. I love to hear their laughter and their play going on outside. But it isn’t always fun and games outside. Sometimes we are... read more

Sep 26, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Kids in the Kitchen

While it can be a bit messy, it is great to have your little ones in the kitchen helping out. What a great way to spend time together, encourage learning and creativity and make dinner a bit more appetizing. However, sometimes little ones just like to whip up a quick meal of chocolate soup for their babies. This is when a play kitchen comes in  handy. It has been several years since we have owned a play... 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