Sweet Home Days

The boys have decided to join a homeschoolers rock climbing group. They meet for two hours each week and will learn all the basics and participate in games, plus maybe even complete a ropes course. It all sounds awesome! They are loving the challenge of it all.

my happy girl

Our sweet girl is pretty easy going and usually pretty happy. She is pulling herself up on everything and has learned to climb the stairs. She follows her brothers wherever they go and really has such an amazing time with them. The best is when they make her laugh. She has the cutest belly laugh it is contagious.

where we're at

I seemed to have left blog land. Ever since our vacation when I had no laptop with me and was off line all week it was nice not sitting down at the computer and reading or waiting for pictures to upload. Instead I read and knitted. A lot. And although I probably could leave the blogging world behind I know there are few people who rely on it to see how our lives are going and if I ever get to it I would love to print out a book for our permanent library. So I shall continue but when I am feeling up to it.

The past week and a half has just flown by. We are still trying to get into the new rhythm of classes, soccer and our days at home. There is always an adjustment period and soon it will all flow together.

I of course, looked at the calendar and said "Hey, its labor day, what are we planning on studying this year?" "Do we need new curriculum?" Then had a bit of a two day freak out with late nights looking at all the stuff that can drive any homeschooler crazy. Which I finally came to my senses and remembered we have several library cards. There is always so many resources to find there and the fact that what we want to study are our interests. So I'm good for now. I have a somewhat plan of things we like and a few good books and we will take it from there.

On top of all that I have two busy little ones that keep me busy day and night. Things are good but can be a bit tiring for all of us. I'll keep posting about our activities and such as much as I can.

highlights from maine

We headed east just a few short hours. Issabelle does not like to be in her car seat too long. Of course this time she did decide to sleep most of the way. Anyways we had a fun week doing some pretty mellow activities- swimming, zip lining, gondola rides, bouncing, kayaking, mini-golf, disc-golf, tennis, ping pong, video games, driving , and lots of good eating.

It was our first family vacation in over two years and the first time traveling with 4 kids. We managed pretty well. It was nice to have Daddy all to ourselves. We miss him while he is at work. Today was his first day back and everyone was feeling a bit sad. We are starting to get into our new rhythm now that summer is drawing to a close- although we still may try to get in another day at the water.

vacationing

We spent last week away relaxing as a family and enjoying one another's company. It was a good week, with slow days and lots of playtime for all. We ate, tried to sleep and had fun.