Phases of Life With Baby (Number 5)

First of all, to anyone who participated in the 2020 Montessori Homeschool Summit, a giant THANK YOU! It feels like a smash success and I’ve heard nothing but positive feedback which makes me overjoyed. Speaking at the online event pushed me out of my comfort zone, so I deeply appreciate all the kind words of…

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2019-20 School Year Outline

The 2018-19 school year is officially in the books. We’re already gearing up for the 2019-20 school year starting the week after Josie gets back from Heart Camp.  I’ve made a general overview of projects and plans. Much is review for them / units I’ve already prepped in years prior. Some of the areas overlap…

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Our Kid-friendly Fridge

When our ancient fridge (talking the 1980s) recently died, we got a beautiful stainless steel upgrade that features an easy-access drawer in the center. Inside there are three refrigerated compartments were I keep the kids’ breakfast / anytime snacks, lunches and after school snacks (treats). The kids are free to prepare their own breakfasts whenever…

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Morning Basket Time

Back a couple of years ago, I posted a picture on Instagram of a basket with Christmas books inside. Several people messaged me to ask how our “Christmas basket” functioned. This question left me perplexed. In short, if we wanted to read a Christmas book, we’d get one; then we’d read it. That was the…

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