Family Life
5 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…
Read MoreGreat Homeschool Convention 2016
I’ve been to many homeschool conventions since I started homeschooling, but none have compared to the Great Homeschool Convention. I know everyone will have their own experience at each convention, and it matters deeply which workshops you attend, but let me tell you why, if you’re a classical educator, this convention is particularly awesome. The…
Read MoreSunday Reflections: Hard at Work
This post may include affiliate links. See my full disclosure policy for more details. Life at the Strauss House… School is in full swing. I love when you hit that part of the school year where tiny glimpses of progress begin to show fruit. While I know that little bits every day add up, sometimes…
Read MoreBrick Universe Dallas
BrickUniverse is coming back to Dallas this year, and I can’t wait to go! Last year, I saw pictures of my friends enjoying the incredible LEGO designs, and I thought my family would have loved to go. When I heard that this incredible event was coming back, I quickly checked the calendar to see if…
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