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Celebrate Cheese

Tuesday, 04 June 2019 by TOSBlog

Did you know that June 4th is National Cheese Day? Folks all over the world are encouraged to eat cheese. So go ahead and eat macaroni and cheese, fondue, grilled cheese sandwiches, cheese soup, or cheese and crackers. You can also turn National Cheese Day into a learning experience. History of Cheese We

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Hey Mama Monday: Mama, Do You Need Rest?

Monday, 03 June 2019 by TOSBlog

Hey Mama, I heard you were feeling under the weather. Being sick is such a drain not only on the body, but emotionally, too. Things that normally take very little effort seem monumental. Tasks that should be done in an hour take three. Kids become burdensome; joy is hard to muster. It’s temporary, Mama. It

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5 Questions To Ask Before Planning Summer Lessons

Sunday, 02 June 2019 by TOSBlog

It’s the final stretch of the school year. While many homeschooling moms will put lesson plans aside and breathe a sigh of relief, another group is planning summer lessons to get their children caught up. I firmly believe in taking a summer break. Regardless if you follow a traditional or year-round school schedule, both

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5 Tips for Hiking with Kids

Saturday, 01 June 2019 by TOSBlog

Hiking with kids is a lot of fun—except when it isn’t. I grew up overnight backpacking with my parents through the Canadian Rockies for family vacations. As a mom, I frequently drag invite my kids out on dayhikes with me around Vancouver. Over the past decade, I’ve learned how to keep these hikes fun