Family Life
The Kimbell Art Museum: Family Friendly
I have long since been afraid that there are places that kids are theoretically welcome, but not practically. You know, a place where they are supposed to let you in, but they’d rather you not come?! I’ve avoided art museums mostly because it overwhelmed me to think about keeping my kids quiet, and still, and away…
Read MoreSunday Reflections
I started these Sunday Reflections as a way to look back over the week and journal our homeschool lifestyle. It’s been fun to have a record of what we’ve been doing – almost like a digital scrapbook. I hope you enjoy getting a glimpse into our school days and everything in between! August Sunday Refelctions…
Read MoreSunday Reflections: Love is in the Air
Life at the Strauss House… With a wedding at the end of the week, we had to be really efficient at the beginning of the week. I say that, but life doesn’t always happen that way. Sometimes you have to readjust priorities for that week and just get the major tasks done, and let the…
Read More5 Simple Ways to Cultivate Sweet Dreams
It’s amazing how different kids can struggle with nightmares that rob them from sweet dreams. My youngest is my most sensitive child, and even though she’s better now, there were many nights when she would find her way into my bed terrified from a bad dream. As much as I love those sweet snuggles, I…
Read MoreSunday Reflections: Exercise, Art, and Government
Life at the Strauss House… It’s felt like a catch up this week…and I’m afraid the next couple of weeks are going to feel similar as our weeks are busier than normal. There are always so many wonderful things to do, and yet never enough time to stretch into all of them. I love it…
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