Monthly Archives: September 2006

Coming home

Posted on September 29, 2006 by

In my last post I talked about the latest turn in my journey. I am venturing into unit studies and already I am more at home than I have ever been as a home educator. I have come home in more ways than one. You may be surprised to learn about the topic of my first unit study. It is home keeping. You read right. (It is called home education, right?) That may seem a strange place … read on, my friend…

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Realizing a dream

Posted on September 28, 2006 by

In this post I said that as a home educator I hope you are always evaluating what works. To me this is one of the best things about what we do. We are free to try new things and evaluate what works–and what doesn’t. For us a struggle has been the whole idea of separate subjects. I understand that the BPA philosophy keeps the subjects separate so they retain their distinctiveness. They have a reason for … read on, my friend…

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Mona Lisa speaks!

Posted on September 27, 2006 by

I am an art lover and this is so interesting I had to post about it. A Japanese scientist calculated her bone structure and analyzed the data. See Mona Lisa and DaVinci speak here. Click the box to the right to launch the video. Enjoy!

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The tapestry of home education

Posted on September 21, 2006 by

I think of the home education process as a tapestry. It’s a beautiful work that will stand the test of time (hopefully) and bless all who look at it. But it’s not easy. It takes time, dedication and resolve. But thankfully we are not in the process alone. The tapestry wasn’t our idea in the first place. (Deut. 6:7, Col. 1:16) It is unique to your family. No one else’s home education will look just like yours. And … read on, my friend…

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The best gift idea ever

Posted on September 20, 2006 by

I came across an idea years ago that I plan to do with my children–or rather, for them. This works for grandchildren, grown children and even nieces and nephews too. I was chatting with fellow HS mom Stephanie about it and thought I’d share it here with you. Take your favorite version of the Bible (for me, it’s the KJV) without study notes. Choose one with wide margins, sturdy leather covers and nice size print.  This will be … read on, my friend…

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9/11 Tribute: Max Hammond

Posted on September 10, 2006 by

On September 11, 2001, 2,996 bright lights were extinguished. This is one candle’s story. Max Hammond was a guy much like one of your friends. He loved NASCAR and WWF and life. He had just moved to Derry, NH, with his MITRE defense job earlier in the year and bought a house. I believe he was also engaged to be married. Co-workers and friends recall how he bought gifts for their children each holiday.

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Printable home education journal

Posted on September 8, 2006 by

I came across these free lovely pages for those of you who like writing things down (as opposed to keeping stuff on the computer). Print as you like. I already printed out a bunch myself. Enjoy! And be sure to see her shop for other beautiful items.

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It’s an honor just to be nominated…

Posted on September 6, 2006 by

…no, really. I was flattered to see I was nominated for A Gracious Home‘s Blogs of Beauty Award for the “Best Meet for a Mocha.” Of all the categories, I think that one was the best. If I could, I would have you all over for some hot chocolate and a good movie and we can dish about life and the goodness of the Lord. I didn’t win but thanks for thinking of me. Ps Obviously I didn’t … read on, my friend…

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BPA epiphany!

Posted on September 4, 2006 by

I have been using the Biblical Principle Approach for about three years now. I love it. It has changed they way I think about everything because it is not a curriculum but a philosophy of government/education. Once I made the decision three years ago to put the Bible as the source for all subjects I haven’t even looked into switching to a curriculum (which I think is pretty rare for a mother-teacher). So I have been content … read on, my friend…

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