As Mamas, our sleep is often compromised. For years. And I am here to tell you that it takes its toll, in case you don’t already know. I mean really. We need our healthy sleep. Back when…
This year, for the second year, I am teaching a high school Literature & Composition class to 15 homeschoolers at the Homeschool High School Learning Center. At HSLC, the teens meet once a week for three core…
Alison and I met at the Steiner Cafe last week after a break for the holidays. And today, we invite you to join us for Day Seven from Discussions with Teachers which begins with a speech exercise. Steiner…
I’ve never done well with New Year’s resolutions. Not only do I usually abandon them, incomplete and unfulfilled, they also tend to contribute to my tendency to feel overwhelmed and under productive. Feeling bad about yourself is…
I love this time of reflection during winter break. Among other things, I’ve been reflecting on this blog. I find it really satisfying to look back over 2014 and to realize that last year at this time,…
Here are a few ideas for last-minute homemade gifts to make for the holidays. Enjoy time with your children making gifts together. This is a great way to celebrate wintertime with each other while keeping it simple…
Here at our house, we honor dinnertime as a special family gathering. While I hold this value in my heart, I’ve not always felt inspired or organized with what to make for the meal! This post contains…
Why do I love found poetry? Because the outcome is unknown. And isn’t that how everything is, really. We just deceive ourselves into thinking that if we control certain variables, we’ll achieve a certain outcome. Try this…
Many Waldorf homeschoolers express their difficulty or even discomfort with what is known as the Man and Animal block traditionally presented in fourth grade. I have had a hard time myself with some of the concepts some…
If you’ve always wanted to plan a Lantern Festival for your family but don’t know where to begin, read on! Fall is here and it’s time for a lantern walk! And I have everything you need to…
