The Summer of the Great-Grandmother by Madeleine L’Engle My rating: 5 of 5 stars Own. Much to consider. What is the essence of a person, the ousia? A wonderful follow-up to A Circle of Quiet. L’Engle wrestles with life, death, identity, and the soul. I particularly loved the section of her mother’s ancestry and the…
We had a pretty good week, accomplishing lessons all five days. My disclaimer here is that I have young elementary children who, shockingly enough, are not perfect. And I’m not perfect either. I also don’t plan on telling you all about our imperfections. So, if you are new to homeschooling and thinking that your week…
Circle Time for the week of August 27, 2012 : Bible: starting Philippians 2:1. We’re going to learn 1-18 (Lord willing). Catechism: M-girl is done with the Catechism for young Children. She’s still practicing before she recites for an Elder. I do need to start researching Westminster Shorter Catechism resources. What are your favorites? N-boy…
FOR TODAY Outside my window… overcast and comfortable.I am thinking… about mac and cheese. I am thankful… for our pastor who preaches about joy. Yesterday’s sermon was such a blessing to me!In the kitchen… I need to come up with a plan for meals this week!I am wearing… jean shorts and coral blouse. I am…
We used Covenantal Catechism Book 1 over the past year and a half. We took big breaks between weeks, though. There wasn’t much I disliked about this Bible curriculum. We had a broad overview of the Old Testament and how Jesus can be seen throughout the Old Testament. I appreciated the themes of tracing the…
Last weekend we tore apart the school room and got part of it put back together, so we dodged books and a strange space plan this week … but got school done anyway. Wednesday, we had the opportunity to go to a Columbus Clippers game (minor league baseball) and were up way past bedtimes, so…
FOR TODAY Outside my window… perfection. Sunny, a crisp breeze. Beautiful.I am thinking… about starting lessons.I am thankful… that we got to visit with Lenise and the boys on Saturday. In the kitchen… I made lasagna and panna cotta on Saturday and it was yummy.I am wearing… jeans skirt and green top. I am creating……
We had a pretty good week of lessons. Monday through Wednesday were solid, complete days. Yesterday and today involved reading and cleaning and music appreciation and Latin. I recorded the Boston Pops at Tanglewood from PBS for the kids. M-girl, in particular, loved it. Phonics: R-girl: is starting to work on r-controlled vowels. I am…
Right Ho, Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse My rating: 5 of 5 stars Own on Kindle. Funny. Hilarious, even, in spots. A Comedy of circs. and misunderstandings. Wish there were more Jeeves & Wooster on this collection I have. Guess I’ll have to try the Psmith stories. Off to research where to begin. View all my…