Sometimes we need a day given to idleness, a day to rest and daydream in wise passiveness. That’s what this day has been for me. PJ took the kids to the pool this morning, and I have spent the past couple of hours sitting here in my comfy pyjamas, drinking coffee, reading beautiful poetry aloud, … Continue reading “This one day we’ll give to idleness.”
Today is day 41 of our 40 day sugar fast. Yes, that means it’s over. I broke my fast last night with a big bowl of ice cream, an Oreo cookie, and a can of Coke. I enjoyed it, but it wasn’t as satisfying as I thought it would be. However, it didn’t disappoint me … Continue reading Knowing that I Don’t Know…Yet
I absolutely love Charlotte Mason's analogy of a child being born with a mind ready and able to "digest" ideas just as his body naturally digests and is nourished by food. Exposing children to these ideas that will nourish their minds requires laying a varied feast before them. That's one reason we incorporate so many … Continue reading This Term’s Feast
My Peace in the Puzzle 