D was away on a short trip the last couple of days, and I have been dealing with headaches this week. Munchkin has been very patient and gracious while I’ve needed to rest more than usual. We’ve cuddled in bed and watched movies. (Well, she’s watched the movie quietly while I rested.) While she was okay with this, she eventually needed something to do. Thankfully, I have various items set aside for times like these. Munchkin decided that she wanted to work on the volcano activity set. I had picked up this Smithsonian Great Volcano set at a thrift store…
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Saving on School Supplies
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The back-to-school lists seem to be growing every year. In addition to regular school supplies, many schools are now requiring school uniforms. Coming up with the money for all of this may seem like a daunting task, but there are some ways that I like to save on back-to-school supplies. 1. Take Inventory: It’s silly to spend money on items you don’t need. See what supplies you already have on hand. See what “old” items can still be used and supplement with new items. Don’t automatically buy new clothes and shoes if the old ones are perfectly fine. 2. Make…
Sleepy Puppy
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How’s that for a crazy title? On Saturday, while helping D work on his truck, I smashed my finger, so I’m trying to type without the use of my index finger. Not an easy task. lol! My finger is red, black and blue and swollen. The swelling is starting to go down some, so hopefully, I’ll be able to use my finger again in the near future. D and I are praying about some decisions in our lives right now, so that has really been our focus for the last few days. I’m working on getting a few projects done…
Some of the best learning takes place outside of the classroom. It’s the hands on learning that seems to really sink in with Munchkin. Sometimes, even just a small change of scenery can make learning a subject a little bit easier to digest. Grabbing the books and heading outdoors can mix things up, so they may not seem quite as repetitious. Most days, you’ll find Munchkin sitting at a desk or sprawled out on the floor doing her school work. Our school room has a built-in desk, and D added a nice set of cubbies above that for extra storage. …