Posts by Betsy
My Homeschool Scheduling Dream Planner: Flexible School Schedule
Planning for our homeschool is one of my favorite things to do. There is just something exciting about being able to customize a unique plan for each of my unique children. While I can have an overambitious streak, I’ve settled into the realistic plan that we can hopefully accomplish. There is one thing I hate…
Read MoreHomeschool Writing Curriculum: Writers in Residence Review
It’s so fascinating how the brain works. My youngest, who struggles with reading, loves stories. She listens to audio books all the time, and her mind just overflows with tales of her own. Last year, she was so inspired by an art project that she wrote the back story of the character she drew. We’ve…
Read More7 Tips for Savoring the Sights at the San Diego Zoo
One of the most talked about attractions in San Diego is the San Diego Zoo. Sometimes the hype can overshadow the actual experience, however this zoo is every bit as amazing as people say. With an epic zoo such as this, you need to make a plan to get the most out of your time…
Read More5 Things I’ll Remember the Next Time I Visit the Grand Canyon
I have always wanted to see the Grand Canyon with my own eyes. My husband and my mother had both been before, but this was a marvel of God’s creation that I wanted to share with my kids. On our trip to California this year, we finally made it, and it was truly stunning. I…
Read MoreExperience the Beauty of the Painted Desert at the Petrified Forest National Park
As we were heading out west from Texas to California, we took our time getting there. There are so many beautiful places to see, and since I had never taken my kids this direction, we wanted to make sure and see as much as we could. My mom remembered loving the Petrified Forest when she…
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