We are at a quiet place in our read aloud schedule. Right now, we’re reading The Jungle Book (Book II) by Rudyard Kipling. I found a lovely hardcover edition that has both books included. We enjoyed Book I a lot. It is the one with the stories you know: Rikki Tikki Tavi (I always want…
Her Daughter’s Dream by Francine Rivers My rating: 4 of 5 stars This series, by Francine Rivers, was well written and interesting. I read the first book right after Christmas and finished the second moments ago. I’m glad I didn’t know about them until both had been published, waiting would have either driven me crazy…
FOR TODAY Monday, January 3, 2011… Outside my window… the sun is shining and it is brrr cold. I am thinking… that we have a busy week ahead. I am thankful for… a new year. And my sister’s new husband. Praying they are blessed in their marriage. From the learning rooms… lots of preparation this…
I’m excited about 2011. A new academic year. New curriculum. A fresh start. A few goals. The first is to significantly limit screen time, both TV and Internet. It will help make the rest easier. Theological goal: I’m planning on using Horner’s Reading Plan. As I read I want to pay special attention for themes…
Well, I’ve joined modern blogger days for 2011 changing from my second or third layout after many many years. As I will have had this blog since 2001 (a decade!) an update is long overdue!
Handel’s Messiah by Calvin Stapert My rating: 3 of 5 stars I really wanted to love this book. And I did love parts. And it is one I would recommend, particularly to someone very familiar with The Messiah. It just felt like something was missing. I know it was about The Messiah, but if you’re…
I didn’t make my goal of reading a book a week, but I read more books this year than I have in past years and am pleased with the outcome: List (Links are to my review): Week 1: Touch Not the Cat – Mary Stewart Week 2: Classical Education and the Homeschool – Douglas Wilson,…
A Very Blessed Christmas from our family to yours.