Special thanks to Storey Publishing for providing a review copy of this book. Have you ever kept a nature journal? Made sketches of what you have viewed in your yard or on a hike? As a photographer, I tend to take pictures. It is my way of journaling. Munchkin, on the other hand, enjoys sketching and drawing. Sometimes she’ll take a picture, so she can sketch the image later. Other times, she’ll use a live object for her sketches. Whether sketching or taking pictures, the act of observation makes you slow down and enjoy the little things in life. Nature…
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Final Chapter of Homeschooling
Posted in Family, and Homeschooling
It’s hard to believe that we’re in our final chapter of homeschooling. In a little less than two months, Munchkin will be walking across the stage to receive her high school diploma. Where has the time gone? Earlier this week, we received the information on the graduation ceremony, and her diploma was ordered. As we wrap up her final high school classes, we look to the future and what it may hold. Preparations are being made for college, and decisions are being explored for different career paths. My little girl is blossoming into a beautiful young lady both inside and…
Against the Grain by Nancy Cain
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Special thanks to the publisher and Blogging for Books for providing a review copy of this book. Against the Grain has beautiful photography that draws the reader into the book and makes them want to try out the large variety of recipes available. It promises tasty treats that are grain free. I appreciated the layout of the recipes as they were easy to read and follow. The little personal stories included with the recipes added that personal touch which I enjoy. It allows me to get to know the author a little better. The recipes for us were hit or…
VeggieTales Noah’s Ark
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We have been VeggieTales fans for quite some time at our house, so I’m always happy to check out the latest releases from VeggieTales. Munchkin was a little disappointed that her favorite VeggieTales characters have received a makeover as she liked them the way they were all throughout her childhood. Sadly, this is the first VeggieTales movie that we didn’t thoroughly enjoy. It felt more like a parody of Noah’s Ark rather than the biblical version with a VeggieTales twist. The main focus of this particular video is trusting in God and His plans for our life rather than being…
Special thanks to Hamilton Pets for providing a sample GROOMA medium bristle horse grooming brush to test out with our horses. It was a beautiful day outside today. The sun was shining, but there were a few clouds in the sky to help keep the sun from constantly beating down on us. A nice breeze was blowing. It was the perfect day for a thorough grooming of the horses. They are both shedding their winter coats. Dixie had a much thicker coat than Phantom, so she’s shedding like crazy. The horses were quite mellow when we headed outside, but they…