1. I’ve been reading Heaven by Randy Alcorn recently. While I don’t agree with everything he says, the book has given me quite a bit to think about (and hope for). If you’ve been reading this blog for awhile (and if so, I truly thank you!) you may remember the horrible anxiety/panic attacks that I’ve … [Read more…]
I’m not sure what is going on with me. I can’t seem to get my act together, sit down, and actually WRITE something. During the day I am composing all sorts of interesting posts, but when I actually get a moment in the evening to sit in front of my computer, the inspiration leaves and … [Read more…]
1. Last week we completed our first ever “Math Week” here at Chez Ouiz, and I must say it was a resounding success! Last Sunday, as I was finishing up homeschooling planning for the week, I took a moment to look over some of the math assignments I had given the kids, and I was … [Read more…]
… that soon, very soon, I will actually take the time to redo the look of this blog. It is so painfully sad!
There are many reasons why I love homeschooling, of course — the fact that I’m around these wonderful kids all day, or the fact that I *KNOW* what they are learning, and have the privilege to struggle with them until they finally reach that “aha!” moment… …but there are other reasons, equally as valid, such … [Read more…]
I heard this song while I was out shopping on Saturday, and it’s been going through my mind ever since. Looking at the comments below the video, however, was less than inspiring. Amy Grant was the singer that I listened to most during my “angst-filled” teenage years, when I was trying to figure out Who … [Read more…]
… I just HAD to include the famous “Spam” sketch from Monty Python. (“I don’t like Spam!”) Just ignore the one bad word in the sketch, please.
Seems like Sunday nights are the only time I get to be in front of the computer for any length of time! (that’s when I schedule the next week’s assignments for homeschooling, so there you go!) 1. Father had a wonderful homily this morning. He talked about John the Baptist, and how he said of … [Read more…]
Over 5 inches here at our house! My kids have never seen this much snow down here… nor are they used to having it stay more than a few hours! This has been a huge blessing for them, and I am so grateful! Thomas, Grace, Joseph, and my husband were there on the hill yesterday, … [Read more…]
It’s been a week of successes and failures here at Chez Ouiz: 1. SUCCESS: I finished my hat!2. FAIL: Unfortunately, I ended it too soon and it’s waaaaaay too short for me to wear. I’m OK with that, though (even though I secretly did want to be able to wear it, despite its hideous golden color). I … [Read more…]