At least once a month I like to update you on some family fun around Atlanta. But today I also have some fabulous sales for you as well! The children in front of the larger-than-life Christmas ornaments this past Saturday at Pemberton Place – in front of The World of Coca-Cola. Makes for great Christmas […]
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Southern Cornbread Dressing Recipe
This is my maternal grandmother’s recipe for Thanksgiving dressing. Nana has the recipe that Mamaw wrote down herself. The recipe begins with “bake a pone of cornbread.” I never wondered about the definition of a pone until I began typing this recipe. I think of a pone as just a nice, round hunk of cornbread […]
The Habit of Giving Thanks
Anyone who has ever opened the pages of a Bible knows that God wants us to be thankful in all circumstances. The Bible is full of references that instruct us to be thankful. One of the more popular verses that comes to mind is from Philippians. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer […]
Thanksgiving at The Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party
Welcome to the Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party! This week we are featuring Thanksgiving resources for homeschool. Enjoy, and please do stop back by each week! —> Follow my Thanksgiving Pinterest board! I have the privilege of co-hosting the Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party each week with these wonderful ladies: Jamerrill @FreeHomeschoolDeals Jenn @ Daze of Adventure […]
Planning for Date Nights
When it is just Wednesday and it has already been a full week. When the patience is tapped. Or the noise is a bit much. I start to think of date night. Date night is just a little bit of time away with my husband. A breath of fresh air. A new perspective. And a […]
The End of an Era….
The other day I noticed ‘Stripey’ was not in bed with Selena as I came in to say goodnight. In fact she hadn’t been for several nights, but this was the first time it really registered with me. Stripey has been her constant companion since she was three and she would not sleep with out […]
You Are an Artist: Paint Your Pet
Have you ever drawn or painted your pet? Well, we did and we think you should paint your pet too. We used chalk pastels, of course. And both Nana and Middle Girl painted our family pet, Oswald the Bearded Dragon. Middle Girl pulled a picture up that she had taken, and used it to create […]
Homeschool Helps at The Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party
Welcome to the Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party! This week we are featuring homeschool helps. Enjoy, repin, link up your pins – and please do stop back by each week! –> Follow my Helpful Habits Pinterest board! I have the privilege of co-hosting the Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party each week with these wonderful ladies: Jamerrill @FreeHomeschoolDeals […]
American Landmarks: Chalk Pastel Art for All Ages
Art Curriculum with American Landmarks! With our chalk pastels at the ready, let’s take a tour of American Landmarks from sea to shining sea! American Landmarks: Chalk Pastel Art for All Ages is now available for only $7.99! What’s included in this art curriculum? Step-by-step how-to instructions. One book for all ages. No need to […]
Hodgepodge of Holiday Habits
That calendar turned to November, didn’t it? Yes, it surprised me even though I knew it was coming. So, I thought I’d pull out the hodgepodge of holiday habits. In hopes that one might inspire you. And also to remind myself as well. Feel free to pin this and come back to it later if […]
Preschool, Middle School and High School at The Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party
Welcome to the Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party! This week we are featuring resources for homeschooling preschool, middle school and high school. And please do stop back by each week! Follow my Teaching Multiple Ages Pinterest board! I have the privilege of co-hosting the Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party each week with these wonderful ladies: Jamerrill @FreeHomeschoolDeals […]
WordUp! The Vocab Show
“Dwane Thomas does such silly stuff that it helps us remember Latin and Greek roots.” ~ 11th grader As the homeschool mama, I not only love to hear my children laugh and see them enjoy learning, but I also really like how versatile WordUp! is. Just like Visual Latin, we can airplay the lessons on […]
October Activities at The Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party
Welcome to the Ultimate Homeschool Pinning Party! There’s still time to enjoy some October activities – and these you will want to check out! And please do stop back by each week. —> Follow my Fall Art Pinterest board! and enjoy some fun art this next week! I have the privilege of co-hosting the Ultimate […]