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Random 5 on Friday

The Pebble PondIt is week 3 since school started and we are already behind. Tell me I am not the only one. Anyway I am fine with it. We did some catch up this week, along with some of our regular subjects. It would seem that I have packed our week a bit on the heavy side, so I need to spend some time this week-end to rethink our whole schedule.

Here is my random 5 for this week ( and last week as well, since I missed last week):

1. We got some hands-on projects in, and started on a timeline, yeahhhh


2. Last week Friday we had a field trip on a ship. It was really cool and the boys learned a lot.



3. So thankful for the discussions our Tapestry of Grace curriculum allows Zach and I to have. Such questions on the afterlife, how we know the Bible is true and more.

4. Our library crate is getting fuller.


5. I got to meet another homeschooler this week. How exiting! On that note I am in the process of starting up a homeschool group with a friend of mine. Lots to pray about and consider.



Comments

Tess said…
I love that timeline and a field trip on boat sounds so fun. Great photos!
Amy said…
You are having some fun memories already no matter what! Love all these pictures.

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