Lyman started a new job on Wednesday. We are grateful for the income, but sad to not have him around the house anymore! I dream of the time when work outside the home will no longer be necessary.
In the meantime, I love the spring snow. It reminds me of my first spring in Utah, 20 years ago, when it snowed on my birthday.
Oh yeah, I had a birthday. No big deal. Just a nice day with cute cards from all of my children, even Oliver. And Lyman. I love that man!
Friday, April 30, 2010
Monday, April 12, 2010
Homeschool at our house
This is what homeschool was like at 10:30 am at our house today:
DJ was working in his Brain Quest workbook (from Costco). He was learning about synonyms and antonyms.
Gwennie was writing a song on the piano. She later put it in the music writing software program on my laptop.
William was playing with a calculator, testing my knowledge of math problems like 52+26.
Amanda was also testing my knowledge with questions like "What's 8?" (Correct answer, 6+2 the first time, 4+4 the second time she asked.)
Later in the day, we went to the Zoo. It was a great day!
DJ was working in his Brain Quest workbook (from Costco). He was learning about synonyms and antonyms.
Gwennie was writing a song on the piano. She later put it in the music writing software program on my laptop.
William was playing with a calculator, testing my knowledge of math problems like 52+26.
Amanda was also testing my knowledge with questions like "What's 8?" (Correct answer, 6+2 the first time, 4+4 the second time she asked.)
Later in the day, we went to the Zoo. It was a great day!
Friday, April 9, 2010
Spring Update 2010
A few weeks ago I changed our homeschool format. It went from next-to-nothing (new baby, remember) to 1-2 hours in the morning. Here's the catch. They could do whatever they wanted during school time. In our newly finished schoolroom, (Lyman did such an awesome job!!!) each child has their own shelf with their school materials. I spend the time cleaning the house, and if any child doesn't want to "do school" they are welcome to help me clean. Surprisingly, I only had offers to help clean the first day of this new schedule.
DJ is certainly entering Love of Learning phase, for those of you who speak TJed. He spent over 2 hours studying this morning. Of his own free will, and in the subjects he chose. It was awesome!
Gwen is happily reading two new Bobbsey Twins books she bought with her allowance.
William is learning how to add multiple digits.
Amanda is learning letters. She is also potty-training - finally!
Oliver is a master at sitting, and launching himself onto his face. He loves the backyard baby swing.
Lyman is planting trees - cherry, plum, and blueberry. He's had some interviews and promising leads, but no job offers, yet.
I am so excited about our backyard turning into an orchard and garden!
DJ is certainly entering Love of Learning phase, for those of you who speak TJed. He spent over 2 hours studying this morning. Of his own free will, and in the subjects he chose. It was awesome!
Gwen is happily reading two new Bobbsey Twins books she bought with her allowance.
William is learning how to add multiple digits.
Amanda is learning letters. She is also potty-training - finally!
Oliver is a master at sitting, and launching himself onto his face. He loves the backyard baby swing.
Lyman is planting trees - cherry, plum, and blueberry. He's had some interviews and promising leads, but no job offers, yet.
I am so excited about our backyard turning into an orchard and garden!
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