Homeschooling, Running & Biking Adventures
With the help of some AI, I thought it would be funny to create a Job Posting for being a Stay at Home mom. Here is what I and the lovely intelligence of the inter webs came up with... Position: Full-Time (24/7) | Location: Your House | Compensation: Emotionally rich, financially...complicated About the Role We … Continue reading Job Posting: Chief Mom Officer (CMO)
Taking a step back from my norm and reflecting on cherished memories of my adventurous grandfather, highlighting both grand experiences and quirky details from family gatherings. His personality included a sharp wit, storytelling talent, and a penchant for fun, creating lasting impressions. Despite losing his memory, I treasure these moments and dedicate my next marathon to him.
How we embrace technology intentionally, balancing tech use with unplugged activities. We utilize audiobooks, texting for typing practice, and educational platforms like PBS Kids and Khan Academy. The kids engage in creative projects, such as vlogging, blending learning with fun. Technology serves as a valuable tool, enhancing our homeschooling experience.
Reflecting on our homeschooling journey, transitioning from a rigid structure to a focus on connection and curiosity. Initially striving for perfection, we learned that spontaneity, relationships, and mastery are more valuable than adherence to a schedule. Homeschooling has evolved into a lifestyle prioritizing wonder, rest, and lifelong learning.
Homeschooling has allowed our family to align our learning with the seasons, highlighting nature as our primary curriculum. Spring brings discovery, summer emphasizes immersion in play, fall craves structure, and winter invites stillness. This approach fosters curiosity and connection, demonstrating that learning often occurs in unstructured, everyday moments, embracing the world's rhythms.
Sharing my personal experiences of cycling during three pregnancies, emphasizing the importance of comfort and individual choice. Each pregnancy brought unique challenges, from biking comfort to towing toddlers. Practical tips include using an eBike, indoor riding, and listening to one's body. Ultimately, enjoyment and safety should guide decisions while biking during pregnancy.
It’s funny how society makes the term full-time mom or stay-at-home mom sound so…empty. Like I’m just here, passing the time, twiddling my thumbs while my kids raise themselves. Yet in the same breath, I feel so incredibly thankful and privileged to be home with them. To not only be their mom but also their … Continue reading From Career to Chaos: The Reality of Becoming a Stay-at-Home Mom
The author reflects on their four-year homeschooling journey, detailing trials with various curricula. They explored options during the 2023-2024 school year, testing Blossom and Root, Singapore Math, Pandia Press, Sonlight, and ultimately finding The Good and the Beautiful as the best fit for their family, promoting strong morals and an effective learning experience.
The recent shift in homeschooling involves using text messaging as a practical learning tool for typing, spelling, and communication. A safe messaging system allows Bug to interact with a trusted group, enhancing her skills in a low-pressure environment. This approach has notably improved her spelling confidence, keyboard awareness, and overall communication abilities.
Pretty sure moms are the worst when it comes to mom shamming. Why?
When we climb hills now on our bike, chances are I have a least one kid in a trailer with me. Maybe one riding the Shot-Gun and the other with the tow rope. But how did we get there? How did we start riding with a baby?
When people hear “homeschooling with ADHD,” they probably picture a kid bouncing off the walls while I desperately try to wrangle them into a math lesson. But let’s be real—I’m the one with ADHD. My kids? Well… if genetics are any indication, they probably have a little sprinkle of it too. But honestly, don’t we all? … Continue reading Homeschooling with ADHD (Spoiler: It’s Me, Not the Kids… Okay, Maybe Them Too)
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