Homeschool Distractions

I am tickled pink for Sam!!! So exciting!

2012-04-29T11:20:48.594-07:00

I am tickled pink for Sam!!! So exciting!

Good job! I loved making those in school, just wi...

2012-04-28T11:12:21.080-07:00

Good job! I loved making those in school, just wish we could have done more of them! The joys of homeschooling means you can!

Well done, Mika. But what happens next? I hope y...

2012-04-24T10:43:02.047-07:00

Well done, Mika. But what happens next? I hope you continue with your story. :)

I'm a home schooling mom, a writer, and a pretty serious Whovian. I found your story while searching for Doctor Who related material that I could use with my kids, particularly my ten year old--who has also written Doctor Who stories which I've shared with the writing community on one of the Doctor Who forums.

Anyway, nice job. Keep writing!

Wonderful job! So much detail work!

2012-04-11T06:24:13.657-07:00

Wonderful job! So much detail work!

OH JoAnn! its BEAUTIFUL!!! so jealous! i LOVE it!

2012-02-17T20:28:58.712-08:00

OH JoAnn! its BEAUTIFUL!!! so jealous! i LOVE it!

Wow, your damage is incredible! I had no idea it w...

2012-01-24T12:36:32.481-08:00

Wow, your damage is incredible! I had no idea it was that bad. We are in Seattle and had little damage and no power outages . . . Clearly we were extremely lucky. Glad to hear you had a safe and warm place to stay!

Hi Joann! I was just re-reading some of your info ...

2012-01-20T15:55:57.308-08:00

Hi Joann! I was just re-reading some of your info on CVA and saw your comment to me... I totally forgot I had asked you about that. I still haven't made a decision on whether or not to enroll any of my kids, but its still something I'm considering. I would love any information you can give me. I believe I've updated my profile with appropriate contact info now.

Have you looked into iron supplements? I have vert...

2012-01-19T19:58:24.937-08:00

Have you looked into iron supplements? I have vertigo from time to time and pop an iron tablet and am usually ok next day. Good luck!

your baby wolf eel image is actually a gunnel, pro...

2012-01-18T08:44:28.166-08:00

your baby wolf eel image is actually a gunnel, probably a crescent gunnel. Its an easy mistake as gunnels do appear to be eel-like (but the wolf eel isn't really an eel)

here's a photo of a baby wolf eel.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/hershman/6450241395/

Dan Hershman
www.hershmanphoto.com

I came across your blog today researching reviews ...

2012-01-02T17:54:31.607-08:00

I came across your blog today researching reviews for Pearl Place. Coincidentally, I had a consult with Nancy Spencer today also and was interested to read the reviews about her. I was not happy to read about the "no children" policy at Pearl Place. I called my insurance and our plan only seems to cover CNM's, so I may need to pay cash to get the care I want. Who are the top few you would recommend? I live in Bonney Lake. Thank you :-)
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What a wonderful project for boys! I would love to...

2011-12-02T21:18:01.416-08:00

What a wonderful project for boys! I would love to do this with my little one. He sure does love his hammer. :)

I am in agreement with the posts advising against ...

2011-11-24T23:01:53.440-08:00

I am in agreement with the posts advising against Nancy Spencer. I recently had a baby with her as my midwife, and it did not go at all as planned. We had agreed to a birth plan, but not one item was honored. In addition, she had me deliver in a position that resulted in continued complications even several months after the birth. Her postpartum care advice is dangerous because of the combination of pain medications she recommended. I am not sure she treats everyone this way, but we were rushed through because another couple was waiting to have their baby. When we brought these concerns to her attention, she said we were the only ones who expressed these concerns. At times she would be sweet and caring, but other times she would insist on her way and would not take into account our thoughts, ideas, or concerns. I am sorry to say that I cannot recommend her to anyone else. I have heard from other people that years ago her practice was very different.

2011-11-24T22:45:16.984-08:00

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It looks very nice! You've got lots of room to...

2011-10-24T16:20:47.658-07:00

It looks very nice! You've got lots of room to get creative in the kitchen. It will be a pain to figure out some of the logistics again, but you'll get through it. Very nice. I like it! I can't wait to see it for myself.

That place looks awesome! We have cabinets in the...

2011-10-22T22:15:32.168-07:00

That place looks awesome! We have cabinets in the laundry room and I store cleaning supplies and even some long term storage pantry items above the washer and dryer. Some of them are to high for me to reach so they go unused. I know you will enjoy the deck in the summer. The kitchen looks great! I wish I had gas to cook on. I am so glad for you guys! I think that even though this comes at the end of another housing upset and move, it will be a real blessing for all of you!

Thank you for getting back to me! I appreciate it...

2011-10-22T20:07:48.020-07:00

Thank you for getting back to me! I appreciate it!

I was just at WPZ with my HSer yesterday! I didn&#...

2011-10-15T00:06:05.248-07:00

I was just at WPZ with my HSer yesterday! I didn't take any good pictures, though, so it was lovely to see yours.
Found your blog looking for CVA info. We finally are officially enrolled in the program :)

She had a reputation of being more on the medical ...

2011-10-12T16:28:26.683-07:00

She had a reputation of being more on the medical side of things. I've heard of incidences where she stripped membranes without consulting the mom first. I've heard several negative birth stories with things happening that should have never happened.

Hi! I know this is an old post...but I was just lo...

2011-10-12T15:07:23.444-07:00

Hi! I know this is an old post...but I was just looking a little deeper into my midwife, Nancy Spencer, and I was curious as to why she wasn't an option for you. I am due in January, and I am just now having some uneasiness using her. Your advice is most appreciated!

We have been working a lot on fine motor as well!

2011-10-12T12:35:17.074-07:00

We have been working a lot on fine motor as well!

Hi. I found your blog while searching for CVA. We ...

2011-09-30T23:38:17.497-07:00

Hi. I found your blog while searching for CVA. We are new to it and just starting out. My daughter is in 6th grade and it's her first year homeschooling. Any suggestions or tips?

Jenn
www.savingourstarfish.blogspot.com

I too haven't go the "before school start...

2011-09-21T13:06:34.542-07:00

I too haven't go the "before school starts" stuff all done. But things seem to be going ok I guess. :-) It looks like you are doing so much and so many fun things though too.

I have a 4 yr old too and she likes to keep each l...

2011-09-21T13:04:56.151-07:00

I have a 4 yr old too and she likes to keep each lesson to about 15 minutes. To go for longer stretches we have to really make things hop and move along or she get's antsy. You know you can do it!

Looks like fun at the Math Salon. BTW, I have t...

2011-09-18T19:10:18.751-07:00

Looks like fun at the Math Salon.

BTW, I have tagged you in a post over at my blog. http://gardentenders.blogspot.com/2011/09/home-meme-from-her-to-me-to-you.html

It's just for fun!

See you soon!

its one of my favourite books ever. i don't th...

2011-09-13T07:59:24.150-07:00

its one of my favourite books ever. i don't think he wrote it to be analysed through adult eyes. I've yet to meet anyone who decided to be a poacher because of this book.
It deserves to be be read as the joy that it is, not as a teaching tool.