And “Everything” Is Alright Again in California… at least for now.
A Great Victory for California Homeschoolers Thank you, Henry Cate
What I’ve Been Watching, or More Reasons to Homeschool
this one preview first before deciding to show kids:
Four years ago
I just found this pic this morning of my now 6-yo. I miss her so. She still explores and makes messes, but the days of flour-on-the-floor are gone.... well, maybe not completely. I'm already looking forward to the messes Mr. or Miss Coming-in-January is bound to get...
Finally, Someone in the Philippine Media Gets It Right
And a lawyer to boot. You won't usually see "Filipino", "lawyer", "writer", and "understands Catholic teaching" all in the same sentence. Add to that he's got an understanding of how contraceptives REALLY work. But hey, there's always got to be a first time for...
The Attack of the Colds. (And the Sleepies.)
Well, it's official. The Summer Cold has invaded our family. Three of us are down. Tonight we allowed our 12-year-old to skip the family Rosary so he can sleep early -- we were praying quite late because Dad and I got home around 9:30 from our dinner date (celebrating...
New Additions to This Year’s Curriculum, So Far
for Paco, but Aisa may also use it after graduation -- I dropped the ball on formal Logic and Philosophy studies a couple of years back. After doing Angelicum Academy's Harry Stottlemeier, we used several books from The Critical Thinking Company. I wasn't confident...
Homeschooling and The Call to Brilliance
Especially appropriate since today is Independence Day. Real education, real learning is about the freedom to become the best person one can be. It's about enabling children to respond to that call to brilliance. 7/22/08: ETA: I had put the book on my "next" list, and...
Can a Catholic Vote for Obama With a Clear Conscience?
Disclaimer: I know this is a controversial post. I am not looking to begin a debate about any of the issues. I am simply compiling these links and excerpts within to present the facts to my daughter, who is at the aqe (17) where she needs to think more deeply on these...
Cute Song from Le Papillon
Last year, the family enjoyed a French movie called Le Papillon. There are a few adult-themed moments in the movie; we either pre-screen and then ff when watching with the kids, or talk over the dialogue. But the child and her developing relationship with the grumpy...
One More Reason to Homeschool
Yup. Contrary to some people's uninformed opinion, most of us homeschoolers aren't "just" religious fanatics wanting to *impose* our religion on our unsuspecting brood. Yeah, we want to *impose* good math skills too. H/T: Bettnet
Prayer Journal
for Papa and Mama's continued health. for T and M's marriage -- for strength to persevere through the trials. for A's conversion, and a life-changing experience. Health for Bong always. Protection from temptation. That people will see him for the wonderful person he...
Music Notation Software
PrintMusic Quick Score Elite Comparison chart here I've wanted one for YEEEEAARRSSSS.... soon....
Yet One More Reason to Read Aloud to the Kids
... Tom Parker, former admissions director at Williams College and now at Amherst College, tells parents who ask about improving their child's SAT scores, "The best SAT-preparation course in the world is to read to your children in bed when they're little. Eventually,...
April Shower of Photos, Day 2
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April Shower of Photos, Day 1
I am late joining the party, but here goes: So glad I took this pic (which was difficult to start with -- there was a slight breeze and the camera. just. won't. focus. on. the.stamen. Oh well.) -- all three crocuses were gone the next day -- *something* ate them....