Gezellig- an almost undefinable Dutch word that describes cozy and homey. The warm bath and old slippers feeling.    I was an amazing kid. I know some people say that, but I so was. I was super responsible, super helpful. I was capable, and really considered myself equal to my mom. We were the best … Continue reading Gezellig →

It's mid September, and the end of the month is looming. Many think they need to have all their ducks in a row by Labour Day weekend, but that isn't so. You have until Sept. 30 to decide where you want your children educated in Alberta: but the sooner, the better when it comes to … Continue reading You *Can* Try This At Home! →

I was feeling so confident. The surf instructor, May, gave us our lesson on the beach, with a fabulous Aussie accent that makes everything sound light and easy and oh-so-fun. I can see some kids in the water, coasting down on the waves. They bounce off with a big splash; some add a little flair. … Continue reading Where Feet May Fail →

Last summer, I had to go all the way into town for one thing. It's a 45 minute drive or so, and we don't have any A/C in our big passenger van, so it's kinda a big deal. On the way there, I offered to the kids that we could do the radio contest that … Continue reading Passport to Memories →

Finally, we have found our groove. I didn't even know we were looking for it- until we found it. This was by FAR the best school year we've ever had, and we have done it through a new baby, potty training, renovating, pregnancy (along with the sickness and appointments it brings) and all the other … Continue reading School’s Out for Summer →

We've been home educating for six years. SIX. And finally, I feel confident that we've found a bit of a groove. There are so many things I want to show our children- fine art, good music, history of our country and the world, fun stories, poetry, stories of missionaries, novels- seriously, it is endless. And … Continue reading Good Morning! →

Here's a video from last year, explaining our family closet and how it works for us. We put our spare room and office together in order to get one bedroom to devote to all our children's clothing, and it was by far the best way to use the space for our family efficiently. It's been … Continue reading Family Closet →

Two years ago, roughly, I was getting the kids ready for church on Thanksgiving Sunday. All four in the bath and then out, seven months pregnant, just trying to get out the door. Of course, the phone rang. The real Children's Church teacher was sick, can I please sub in. Of course, I said yes, … Continue reading Hope →

Before our cross Canada trip last year, I did a bit of prep. I wanted to do a "lot," but I had to settle for a "bit." Story of my life. Anyways, here are the things that worked best for in the car. Hit Amazon. . . . I filled up my cart with a whole … Continue reading Cross Country with Clipboards and Cookie Sheets →