Hey Mama Monday: Pause. Adore Him this Christmas, Mama

  Hey Mama,   Twelve days until Christmas? Is it possible to slow that down a bit? I wish it were. But the count goes on, and I must fit everything in. This season can be stressful as it adds to our already full lives, but it sure helps if I would remain in a
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Hey Mama Monday: Are You Gearing Up for Christmas, Mama?

  Hey Mama,   Kids love to give gifts and make something special for those they love. Sometimes as adults, we forget how special creating gifts can be (and budget friendly–grin!).  Whether you feel like you’re “crafty” or not, you’ll find some great ideas here: -The Old Schoolhouse® holiday supplements here and here -Pinterest for The
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Hey Mama Monday: How to Get Back to School After the Holidays, Mama

  Hey Mama,   I was trying to figure out this week why I was feeling so downcast right about now. Maybe it was because these last holiday weeks: I’ve been sick with a cold and nasty cough. I’ve had lots and lots of visitors. I’ve had some painful relationship issues to deal with. I’ve
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Hey Mama Monday: Are You Thankful, Mama?

  Hey Mama, It’s that time of year—so first of all, Happy Thanksgiving! Have you found the best deal on turkey and thought through your “gobble day” feast? We have. But in the midst of good food, lots of family, and a household of chatter, try to remember the real reason for this season, a
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Hey Mama Monday: Say Goodbye to Burn-out, Mama

  Hey Mama,   Whether you call it a mental health day, a break for scheduling, or a teacher professional development day, we all need a break every now and then. Don’t feel guilty about this; every professional educator has breaks like these scheduled. In-home educators need the same.  There are many benefits of taking
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Hey Mama Monday: Time for Everything, Mama

  Hey Mama,   I don’t know about you, but this could be a common lament at my house: “Help! I ran out of time to do everything I planned!” In my zoo (otherwise known as a family–grin), that’s a common problem. I can make all kinds of plans, but real life all too often
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Hey Mama Monday: Preparing for College and Life, Mama

  Hey Mama,   I know that today it seems like your children will be young and needy forever, but I can attest that it will feel like time went by way too fast when you are standing at the graduation of your homeschooled child and looking back. You may be crying tears of frustration
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Hey Mama Monday: Teaching Around Life’s Obstacles, Mama

  Hey Mama,   I ask myself this question often: “When will I ever get to homeschool the way I want to?” I’d be the best homeschool teacher if it weren’t for (fill in the blank: difficult interruptions/difficult finances/difficult children/friends who do it better/spouses who aren’t supportive, etc.). Should I give up if I can’t
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