Posts by Abarat

Yeah, I agree with looking for some good obedience training, etc.  We train ours and make sure we're 110% sure ours won't attack our day range ducks, chickens, etc. before they're trusted off leash.  Our best livestock...

I've been considering unschooling.  He's much like his father and I in that we learn much more on our own.  I have a feeling if we scrap K12 we'd end up unschooling.  Still mulling all this over.  Thanks a ton for...

I don't know that I could actually send him to a B&M school, I just can't do it as tempted as I may be some days.   I block schedule some, which really helps.  I don't see a reason to drag out things he picks up right...

Thanks for the advice.  We do need to work on our weekly rhythm, big time.  I can see how that would play a huge part now that you mention it.   It doesn't help that I'm not crazy about the curriculum we're using....

I am so frustrated and really need to vent today.   I've been homeschooling my 6yo, he's in 1st grade right now.  There are just way too many days of pitching fits, crying and screaming and yelling.  I'm at my wits...

Quote: Originally Posted by Kindermama  We are at the point where Dh is on board with me to the point where you'd think it was his idea in the first place! We have come a long way! Is it me or does it seem like...

Whew, glad to know I'm not the only one with issues with K12's LA.   We did K12 for DS's kindergarten last year, it went fairly well.  This year signed back up for 1st grade and LA stinks!   I've found that since...

I agree with heatherdeg.  If it sealed you're good to go!

We keep a bin of crushed eggshells in our shed and anytime we plant tomatoes/peppers/squash we put a small handful right in the hole we plant in, works like a charm!

If you decide to intentionally plant a mimosa please be warned that you will eventually have babies growing in your lawn, garden, neighbours yards/gardens, etc.  We have a few in the neighbourhood and the little ones are taking...