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We All Have Our Stories – Here’s Mine

We All Have Our Stories – Here’s Mine

A ghetto Valley girl in a wife and mom worldWondering what happened when life unfurledA guy showed up in his Chevy truckUnlikely suitor, love got me stuck*Next thing I know – old life’s out the windowTryin’ to make do without Guess and AldoMaking casseroles … 

Roadschooling North Cascades National Park

Roadschooling North Cascades National Park

We couldn’t take being cooped up any longer and decided to load up in our Class C motorhome and take a roadschooling trip through North Cascades National Park, which – compared to all the other national parks we have been to so far as a 

Exploring Puerto Rico as Tiny Travelers

Exploring Puerto Rico as Tiny Travelers

This week our crew “traveled” to Puerto Rico for some virtual worldschooling … through the pages of Tiny Travelers’ newly released Puerto Rico Treasure Quest!

American Revolution Unit Study

American Revolution Unit Study

We just wrapped up our American Revolution Unit Study. As the big kids have gotten older, their interest in politics and government has increased. They are curious about how laws are made, the roles of political leaders, why there is so much debate and division 

Cha Cha’s Easy “Eggy” Dip

Cha Cha’s Easy “Eggy” Dip

This is the very first post of “The COOKie Corner”, the part of our website where our kids share their own content!

A Day in the Life of Lifeschoolers (8, 11, and 13 Years Old)

A Day in the Life of Lifeschoolers (8, 11, and 13 Years Old)

Ever wonder what a day looks like for Christian unschoolers aka lifeschoolers? Today, I’m sharing how our family cultivates a love for learning by giving our kids ample time and space to pursue their passions. Currently, my kids are ages 8 (2nd grade), 11 (5th 

2009: The Best Year of My Life

2009: The Best Year of My Life

At the time, it looked the contrary. I was diagnosed with Postpartum Depression, we closed down our retail business, we let go of all our properties, and then some. I was struggling to be a good mom and wife and follower of Jesus. But really, there was 

Roadschooling Bryce Canyon National Park

Roadschooling Bryce Canyon National Park

Roadschooling Bryce Canyon National Park was full of geologic wonder. This hoodoo-saturated outdoor classroom was a wonderful place for kids to explore and learn some rock science.

Our Homeschool 2019-2020

Our Homeschool 2019-2020

7th, 5th, and 2nd grades! This year looks different for our unschooling-ish family. The kids’ best friends (who were in public school) are homeschooling this year, and will be utilizing the alternative learning program that we left about a year and a half ago. Naturally, 

Roadschooling Trip with Kids Along the Columbia River Gorge

Roadschooling Trip with Kids Along the Columbia River Gorge

There’s a reason the Columbia River Gorge was designated a National Scenic Area … and a reason why it makes for a memorable roadschooling trip for your family. As you traverse the highway that runs that along the the mighty Columbia River, you get to 

Family Camping at Dockweiler Beach RV Park

Family Camping at Dockweiler Beach RV Park

Accommodations that are just steps to the beach for less than a hundred dollars a night? Get that at Dockweiler Beach RV Park, the ONLY recreational vehicle campground on the beach throughout all of L.A. County. It is located in Playa del Rey at Dockweiler 

Middle Ages Field Trip Idea: Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament

Middle Ages Field Trip Idea: Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament

Are you studying the middle ages in your homeschool? Wrap up your learning with a fun middle ages field trip … to Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament! They even have downloadable lesson plans that you can use with your kids beforehand.