Jumping In

I just finished my last lesson plan for our first taste of homeschooling. I've printed, prepped, and planned for the first 5 weeks, not wanting to commit to more before I know how this will work. We will be taking things slowly and open to changing plans, beginning our journey with the preparatory curriculum at Brightly Beaming. 
We will be following their base lesson plan though we have made some changes and additions.  We'll also be looking to places like Catholic Icing for alphabet and number based crafts and activities.

So... yea.  I'm excited.  Nervous. Anxious.  All that.  But still, trying not to put a lot of pressure on myself.

Taking a Hike

Thankfully the trail was mostly shaded and it was cool enough that we could actually enjoy ourselves.  Though the kids did get tired after a while.  At one point, Addie sat down in the middle of the path and said she couldn't walk anymore.  But, energy was regained... right about the time we passed through the playground on the way to the car.

Play Time!

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Baby Love

Ana has made a new best friend... a soft, white teddy bear from Gran! She loves how soft he is and giggles uncontrollably when playing with him.  She also gives him huge hugs, tackling him over onto the floor and burying her head in his fur.  Now we just have to decide what to name him....