Wordless Wednesday

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Solar System Fun

We did the solar system today in homeschool.  The kids were so fascinated and intrigued with all we learned.  It was such a fun day!

I LOVE It!

We had fun in homeschool taking lots of time to really explore things about Brazil.  The girls were excited, enthusiastic and interested.

Cute

I came across thid cutest little door in the steps of a local business.  It was just too cute!!

Or Supper today, I had a type of build your own salad bar.  It was a HUGE hit.

What Is This?

What is this sauce for?  When I saw it, it made me laugh out loud.  I kept thinking, "all purpose"?  So it is good for everything??  Eggs, not up to snuff, try this sauce!  Chicken livers a little strong?  Try this sauce! How about that ice cream?  Tasting a little drab?  Try this sauce!  I had to giggle.

 

Fun

I had a great day out today.  We were in a new town and it was fun to explore.  I even found an awesome yardstick for my homeschool classroom like my school had as a kid.  And an awesome world map that looked antique.

9 1/2 hours

9 1/2 hours, I worked 9 1/2 hours today.  I spent 9 1/2 hours on my feet.  There are no words for this tired.  I also are really really badly.

Out

We had all the kids out today.  Little Prince had a dentist appointment and after our 5 minute dentist appointment, we decided to pack all the kids out for a little adventure.  We dropped by work for a little visit, went shopping, and then had McDonald's as a treat.  It was a crazy, noisy, excited little trip.

Wordless Wednesday

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This Time

So here's the thing.  As far as the it is my  capacity there is no balance for me as a working mom.

This time around, working three days a week, I am doing homeschool, I am keeping the house clean, I am making meals the kids like, I am on top of things.  My family is happy.  My boss is happy.

But I am TIRED, bone-weary, back aching, knees throbbing, always exhausted, tired.  This is just no fun.  Maybe one day, I will get better at it.

Excited

Today the girls got their monthly packages from Little Passports and Science Expeditions.  It is so cute to see them so excited.  I love that they were just as excited with each other's packages. So fun!

Wild About It

One of the things I love about living here is the nature.  I love that I never know which animals are going to turn up at my doorstep.  But of them all, my favorite is the deer.  The other day, I caught a whole herd of deer in my backyard, at least 6 of them.  I tried to get a picture, but I only got a blurry picture of about 4 of them.

Chinese New Year fun

Today I decided to have some Chinese New Year fun.  I want the girls to know that I am really going to try to do it all while I am working.  I want them to know that I will still homeschool, spend time with them, cook good food, and plan fun things.

They had a blast today.

So Here It Is

Well, I am on day two of being back at work part time on days and the kids are doing okay so far.  My days are long and I am completely exhausted but I am getting everything done so far.

Here is my day:

1. I get up at 5:45 and am on the road to work at 6.
2. Drink a cup of coffee at work before I start.
3. I get home from work about 3:30.
4. I spend some time with Little Prince, change home, feed him, tickle him for a little bit. (About 1/2 hour)
5. I spend a couple of hours doing school with the kids. 
6. I make supper for my family and clean the kitchen.
7. I make my supper and my lunch for work.
8. Throw on some laundry and relax for a little while before bed. (Occasionally falling asleep in my chair.)
9. Put kids to bed when I am on my way to bed too.

It is a little long and tiring but it is only three days a week and the kids seem happy. 

Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day to all my friends and family.

We had lots of yummy goodies and my kids were super adorable and excited!

Prince Charming surprised each of the girls with a tulip, and then he surprised me with a full bouquet of tulips.

And aren't they cute!!

Crafting

We had fun doing Valentine's Day homeschool crafts.  The girls made me laugh so hard.  I really have great kids.

Appointment

We took the little girls to the dentist today.  It wasn't a bad appointment but Princess Snifflefritz was nervous.  She is so sensitive.

Sunday

We had a quiet Sunday today.  I puttered around doing little cleaning jobs that needed to be done.  We started on Little Prince's room.  We cleared it out, but I still have to scrub it and wash the floors.  My back and knees are hurting so we will see how much I do tomorrow.  Overall, I am very happy with how things are in the house.

I am a little nervous about going back to work, but I keep reminding myself that it is only 3 days a week and it is day shift, it isn't evening shift this time.  It should be better this time.  It will allow me time to homeschool and take care of the house, and money to get caught back up.  It should be okay.  I hope . . .

Still Fun

It was a dull day outside today but I still had fun and found spots of beauty while out at our local farmers market. I love our market, it is friendly, fun, and great every week. I love that it runs all through the winter too.

Done!

Our homeschool classroom is done for now.  I am going to try to put a few posters on the slanted wall, but it is mostly done.  I am super-proud of how it turned out.

Wordless Wednesday - Haircut

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News

I made a decision today.  I have been trying to balance financial stuff and family stuff.  My kids are so happy to have me home, I have been getting so much done, but money is a little tight without my income, and Little Prince tends to sleep all morning because he stays up all night.

So I spoke to my former boss about coming back work part time, just a crew days a week and strictly day shifts so that I can be home for most of Little Prince's day, and I can have time to homeschool my kids.  I am at least going to try it to see if I can balance things.

Finished!

I finished the office for now.  I am pretty happy with the results.  I will probably want to tweak it in the future, but I am good right now.