by juliehross | Oct 22, 2017 | Homeschooling |
It has been a long time since I have been able to run any sort of distance because of health issues. But the other day, as I was reflecting back on my years of homeschooling, I started to see some parallels between homeschooling and running. There are significant...
by juliehross | Sep 28, 2017 | Books |
Oh Fall, I just love you so much. Fall is hands down my favorite season. I’m thankful I can go outside without being drenched in sweat from Southern humidity. I love the colors, the crisp mornings, and ALL things pumpkin spice (yes, I totally fall for anything...
by juliehross | May 9, 2017 | Books |
Oh Summer! I just love you so. I am counting down the days till we can stay up late, sleep in, and lounge by the pool. Reading aloud never stops around here. As I take down my summer book box, I thought I would share with you some of my favorite picture books for...
by juliehross | Mar 29, 2017 | Books, Homeschooling |
Oh Spring. I am so glad you have arrived. The dreary days of Winter hang on my soul. Getting out in the sunshine, looking at the beautiful flowers, and hearing the return of the birds’ songs are so delightful. It also means it is time to replace the seasonal...
by juliehross | Mar 13, 2017 | Homeschooling |
When I first heard about Charlotte Mason at the beginning of our homeschooling journey, I heard about a practice called narration. I assumed it was writing or telling a summary. So that is what I did. Then I began to worry that it wasn’t enough and went back to...
by juliehross | Jan 25, 2017 | Books |
For a long while now, I have kept a thematic picture book basket out at my house. Each season, holiday, theme, etc. I change out the books. I own a great deal of these books from my former kindergarten classroom, but you can always get these titles from the library. ...
by juliehross | Dec 29, 2016 | Purposefully Living |
It’s my favorite time of the year! Yes, I know Christmas is over and according to the popular song, it is THE most wonderful time of the year. Yet, as much as I cherish the traditions and lazy days of Christmas, I LOVE the start of a New Year. I mean giddy, over the...
by juliehross | Nov 30, 2016 | Homeschooling |
When I initially wrote A Gentle Feast, I did not include history. It isn’t that I believe history is unimportant. It is, in fact, my favorite subject and I believe it is supremely important. The struggle came from wrapping my brain around Miss Mason’s approach...
by juliehross | Nov 24, 2016 | Books |
I have a confession when it comes to Advent traditions. I love them because of the routine and comfort they bring to our family during a busy season, but sometimes they can be a little overwhelming and by December 12th I wonder how I’m going to make it through. This...
by juliehross | Sep 10, 2016 | Homeschooling |
Using A Bullet Journal to Plan Your Homeschool and Life So I have a love/hate relationship with planners. I have collected many in my day. I usually start strong and then fizzle out as it just doesn’t seem to “fit” with all the many aspects of my life. I also love...
