Author Archives: Loralei

Gratitudes

Posted on June 16, 2014 by Loralei

This week I am grateful for; The flexibility that homeschool offers. We’ve been able to sleep in, take naps and take whole days off as needed. Elena’s helpful nature and curious mind. Even when we take the day off, she … Continue reading →

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Baby giggles

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Loralei

We’re all sick today. Kinda’ cranky, moving slow. I’m sure you know what it’s like. In between mopping brows and mopping floors, smoothing blankets and soothing tempers, there has been a little ray of sunshine. In spite of, or perhaps … Continue reading →

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Around The House

Posted on June 14, 2014 by Loralei

Around the house this week; The plants are blooming And setting fruit The kids are reading together And I made a batch of laundry soap. Hardly picturesque I know. I make laundry soap once or twice a month, it only … Continue reading →

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The Sweet Spot

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Loralei

Our regular breakfast routine is mostly oatmeal when it’s cold and granola when it’s hot. (I’ll be sharing my granola recipe soon) Sometimes I like to mix it up and make something special. A special breakfast often means I am … Continue reading →

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Flower Walking

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Loralei

Ever since Elena learned to walk, 9 years ago now, we have taken “flower walks”. This is just a walk around whatever neighborhood we’re in, or sometimes a local park. It is just a walk, often over the same ground … Continue reading →

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