Christmas 2019...

Christmas was so great! We’ve been playing games all day for the last two days. Board games. My favorite thing in the whole world (besides reading) to do with my kids. Even Chris has been playing games which sort of doesn’t happen that much. It’s been splendid.

We missed Austin. Gosh we missed him. But a loving family took the missionaries into their home and fed him a wonderful meal. How grateful I am to the people who serve our son.

Merry Christmas. 🎄

Level 4 state, 2019...

Grace was the bars state champion and 4th place all around. Scarlett was right behind her placing 5th all around. Top 5! Very proud of these two!

Clara and Christmas...

This sweet girl came and stayed with us for a week while Halee and Jared went on a trip. She even got to join us for Christmas festivities. I want her to come back now and stay forever. 😍

Field trips and freedom...

Two months into our homeschool journey and all I can say is WOW. But a GOOD wow. I love the flexibility. I love that we can go explore and on days where it’s quiet and not packed with people. I love that I know what my kids are learning because the keys to their educations are literally in my hands. That’s a lot on a persons shoulders! But I’m learning that teaching a child is not nearly as daunting as I originally thought. Kids soak up knowledge if presented in an effective way. Some days are harder than others but knowing the kids are happy and loving life is what keeps me motivated.

More meets...

Another great meet for these hard working girls. Grace came in 1st place all around. Scarlett got the highest beam score (9.350) of the entire team. So proud of them. ♥️

Happy Halloween...

From a couple of fat boys and Dr. Suess. Oh, and the girls wanted to go as a few different things so why not throw in some cats too? 🎃🎃🎃

Corn maze...

You know what I love about homeschooling? You can go do really fun things with your kids on days where all other kids are in school. It’s quiet, it’s serene and it’s FUN. The pumpkin patch and huge corn maze didn’t let us down. Plus, really great memories were made.