Here we are at the end of February.
We made it!
I read (somewhere) today that January and February are the hump days of the school year. That’s very true, isn’t it? I feel like now we are on the home stretch, and I can cope with anything homeschooling throws at me as long as I have sunshine!
Last weekend was my son’s Classical Conversations Protocol event. My husband and I were parent chaperones and we had the best time. After a lovely dinner in midtown Atlanta we went to see the Alvin Ailey Dance Company. Just wow. I had never seen them before and was mesmerized.
What struck me as we were with these young people was the depth of their friendships, the way they handled themselves so beautifully in different situations, and what a gift it is that they are together for homeschooling high school. We have a UNIQUE group of children and parents and are very blessed!
In these high school years I believe that the “social” aspect of homeschooling has to be one of the biggest benefits. Healthy socialization is so important, and I’m watching deep friendships develop that are having a HUGE impact on my son.
These kids are like a group of siblings - it’s really neat to watch.
And of course I just feel so small compared to my 6’4” son. He’s really turning into quite a wonderful young man.
On to my finds for the week…
Free Star Wars Inspired Bingo Game for Kids
This is such a great free printable from Rock Your Homeschool… oh, how I miss the days when my kids were young and loved to play Bingo!
Women’s History Month — Learn About Teresa Carreño, composer
Beginning in March we will be learning about women composers in SQUILT LIVE! (as well as in the listening calendar I create monthly). Teresa Carreño, a Venezuelan performer, conductor, and composer, is an interesting figure for kids to learn about. She played for President Lincoln at the White House when she was a young girl, and there is a beautiful picture book about it, too. Join us in SQUILT LIVE! to learn about Teresa and other female composers.
Buy the Swimsuit
I know it’s not close to summer yet, but this post is close to my heart at any time of year. I wrote it when my mom passed away - almost three years ago now. There are times when I miss her a lot, and this week has been such a time. Cherish your time with the people you love.
Coarsening is Not Educating
This article (and letter from a parent to his child’s private school teacher) in World magazine was excellent. I shared it on the blog Facebook page and it got a lot of pushback. Interesting…
Never Discount the Importance of These Days in the Trenches
I hope you are familiar with Kara Anderson. I feel like she and I are kindred spirits - this article really spoke to me.
“We are HERE with our kids. That’s what hard to explain, I guess, to people who don’t understand homeschooling.
It’s part about school, and part about just life.
It’s a little about math, and a lot about errands, really.
Can I tell you a secret, though? My son and I have the best talks while running errands.”
Enjoy the extra day in your year this weekend - and I’ll see you next in March!