Ragle’s Retreat: A Wonderful Women’s Getaway

A couple of weekends ago I had the opportunity to get away with some friends to a bed and breakfast retreat. My friend frequents the Ragle’s Retreat a couple of times a year. She’s been inviting me for a while, but this was my first chance to take her up on her offer. I’m so thankful…

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Getting Help With Saxon Math From Nicole the Math Lady

saxon math videos

We’ve been plugging away at Saxon math for quite a few years now. Math is one of those subjects that I’m happy to help work through problem spots, but I’d like my kids to independent in getting started and working their way through a lesson. There are only so many hours in a day, and…

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An Exciting College Alternative With Praxis

College Alternative Praxis Apprenticeship

Is college the right answer for everyone once they graduate high school? Should send my kid to college when they’re uncertain about what they want for their future? What about a gap year? What about the cost? Should I or my child go into debt to pay for a degree that may or may not…

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Why Is Pathways Reading and Language Arts So Effective?

I have three kids under the age of 10 in my homeschool. Can I say reading is a beast? I was listening to each of them read to me for 15 minutes a day. Three different books. Getting nowhere. I didn’t have time to follow up on their reading, incorporate activities to enhance it, or…

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Need a Dose of Fresh Inspiration and Encouragment?

This time of year I always feel like quitting. Well, maybe not giving up on homeschool all together, but finding ways to simplify my life so we can at least do math. That’s why I love going to conferences at this time of year. I love to be reminded of why I’m doing this crazy…

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