In my life this week...
I failed at quitting church. As happy as I was with the decision, my kindergartner literally crying because he wanted to go back broke my heart. So ... back we went. I do love my Sunday School class (a small class of anywhere from 9-12 people each week), so I don't have a problem with it at all. For service, we chose to sit in the balcony to remove ourselves from all the people who have been so hurtful. Just for God to have a little more fun with me, I discovered the new series of Sunday night classes started this past weekend as well. The Foundations 12-part DVD series by Ken Ham is one of the classes, and I really felt led to attend. I informed my almost teen he was also attending. :) We both loved it. Now please don't misunderstand ... I'm still extremely unhappy, but I am trying to go with the flow at this point, pay no attention to the hurtful people, and allow my kindergartner to continue to have a good time and blossom.
In our homeschool this week...
I failed at quitting church. As happy as I was with the decision, my kindergartner literally crying because he wanted to go back broke my heart. So ... back we went. I do love my Sunday School class (a small class of anywhere from 9-12 people each week), so I don't have a problem with it at all. For service, we chose to sit in the balcony to remove ourselves from all the people who have been so hurtful. Just for God to have a little more fun with me, I discovered the new series of Sunday night classes started this past weekend as well. The Foundations 12-part DVD series by Ken Ham is one of the classes, and I really felt led to attend. I informed my almost teen he was also attending. :) We both loved it. Now please don't misunderstand ... I'm still extremely unhappy, but I am trying to go with the flow at this point, pay no attention to the hurtful people, and allow my kindergartner to continue to have a good time and blossom.
In our homeschool this week...
My almost teen started horseback riding lessons again, and I am thrilled for him! He was invited to check out an opportunity to work with a group that rescues horses. Basically the rescuers give riding, etc. lessons to the kids in the group ... in exchange, the kids return the favor one day a month by giving horse rides to kids from a local support group (sorry to be so vague, just trying to respect the privacy of all involved), plus they do other necessary work pertaining to the horses. It's a win/win!
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The Great Backyard Bird Count is coming up Feb. 17-20. My boys and I look forward to it every year! It's a wonderful way to do a fun nature study.
I am inspired by...
How well I've been sleeping this week. Maybe the foster cat trying to share my pillow isn't such a bad thing! I'm feeling more refreshed each morning, rising earlier, and getting more accomplished.
How well I've been sleeping this week. Maybe the foster cat trying to share my pillow isn't such a bad thing! I'm feeling more refreshed each morning, rising earlier, and getting more accomplished.
Places we're going and people we're seeing...
Taekwon-do lessons and riding lessons.
My favorite thing this week was...
The big laugh my kindergartner and I shared over an incident that happening during my almost teen's riding lesson. My little guy had gathered up a pile of leaves making a "collection." The other horses were roaming free on the property, came over to our picnic blanket, and a couple of them ate his leaves!
The big laugh my kindergartner and I shared over an incident that happening during my almost teen's riding lesson. My little guy had gathered up a pile of leaves making a "collection." The other horses were roaming free on the property, came over to our picnic blanket, and a couple of them ate his leaves!
What's working/not working for us...
Working - We're currently exploring collage for our art lessons. Both kiddos have been having a great time.
Questions/thoughts I have...
I am pondering whether or not to attend our state homeschool convention this year. It's incredibly expensive to go if we stay for the entire thing ... hotel & parking costs, kennel fees for all our animals, etc. ... so I am toying with the idea of going only one day and taking the entire day to wander around the vendor hall (it's massive!). The fee is steep (in my opinion) for doing that only, but I would really like the opportunity to look at many more curriculum options than just the few that come as vendors to a nearby free convention. With the high school years approaching faster than I'd like to admit (fall of 2013), I am trying to get a game plan formed.
Questions/thoughts I have...
I am pondering whether or not to attend our state homeschool convention this year. It's incredibly expensive to go if we stay for the entire thing ... hotel & parking costs, kennel fees for all our animals, etc. ... so I am toying with the idea of going only one day and taking the entire day to wander around the vendor hall (it's massive!). The fee is steep (in my opinion) for doing that only, but I would really like the opportunity to look at many more curriculum options than just the few that come as vendors to a nearby free convention. With the high school years approaching faster than I'd like to admit (fall of 2013), I am trying to get a game plan formed.
Things I'm working on...
This week I have desperately been trying to catch up on laundry. I let it slide a wee bit too long ... now I'm paying the price.
I'm reading...
The book of Genesis (Amplified version) and Eldest by Christopher Paolini. I finished The Throne Of Fire by Rick Riordan and enjoyed perusing the Green Market Baking Book by Laura C. Martin.
The book of Genesis (Amplified version) and Eldest by Christopher Paolini. I finished The Throne Of Fire by Rick Riordan and enjoyed perusing the Green Market Baking Book by Laura C. Martin.
I'm cooking...
Roasted asparagus, roast potatoes, homemade pizzas, popcorn cooked in coconut oil (YUM!).
I'm grateful for...
The kids and I made an impromptu stop at a yard sale this past weekend. I found several things on my yard sale wish list, plus my oldest found a computer game he's been wanting for a long time. Everything we purchased came out to about 14¢ per item - my kind of yard sale!
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The kids and I made an impromptu stop at a yard sale this past weekend. I found several things on my yard sale wish list, plus my oldest found a computer game he's been wanting for a long time. Everything we purchased came out to about 14¢ per item - my kind of yard sale!
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8 comments:
I hope things get straightened out at church for you, and the bird hunt sounds fun!
I firmly believe there is nothing worse than hurt caused by church "family". though i am new here and don't know the story- I have been there and still feel the scars from such things... You are amazingly brave and faithful to go back. Don't sell yourself short on that!
We're working on Eldest, too. My girls love it, but I have to admit this one isn't holding my attention quite as well as Eragon did.
Aw, I think you're doing a great thing by returning to church since your little one so wants to go! Hopefully everything will get better for you!
Does your convention have a list of vendors and speakers? I usually view those to see if it's worth going.
Beautiful horses!
My state's convention is the largest in the nation (as far as I know it still is). They do post a list much closer to the actual convention. As I said, the vendor hall is massive - just about anyone you can imagine is there.
I'm so sorry that people have been hurtful at your church. It took us a little while to find our "home." When we did, we instantly knew we were there. I will say a prayer that you will find such peace, as well.
The horses are just beautiful! I'm glad lessons are going well. Sounds great. I should look into it again for my kiddos. They really enjoyed it.
Hope you have a great weekend!
Many blessings,
Lisa
The horse photos are lovely! What gorgeous animals.. I'm always envious of those who can ride with no fear. Thank you for the link to the backyard bird count! We have two busy feeders so I'll check out the site!
How fun that your Tween can take riding lessons. The program sounds fantastic too! I'm glad you're able to avoid the rude people at church.
Blessings!
Deborah
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