This post was originally a response to a question posted on a forum

On a delightful forum that I visit, another homeschool mum asked about her child’s pastime and questioned if it is worthwhile…should she encourage it, institute rules for it or discourage it. Having used a delight directed, relaxed, identity-directed, Spirit led, Bible-First approach for a few years I wrote in with my 2c worth, which I’ll copy and paste

My children were always playing outside in the dirt, climbing trees, or out in the backyard. It was good for them in so many ways- but one of the reasons was that John and I felt that exposure to a little dirt (bacteria) would be good for strengthening and building their immune system.

Oops! I had intended to pop back earlier with our exciting news but the days just seemed to skip ahead of me.

I once heard a [homeschool mother] speaker demonstrate this story. It stuck with me and has helped me plan my days, terms and years. I also recalled reading in a book by Stephen Covey. The was called First Things First. I post it here in the hope that it will help

Oh! An Internet, friend in the US has found the perfect curriculum for Grade 1. If you have little children, you won’t want to miss this post of hers. So run- okay well, quickly click this link to read The Mother Lode’s great find.

Awhile ago I mentioned that ‘Master J’ had joined Air Force cadets. what I hadn’t mentioned is how it all came about.  I find it quite an interesting story…I’d love to hear of your *boy* stories if you’d like to share.

ADDENDUM

Ack, what started as a good day turned sour. We left home and walked to the bus stop at 3pm. Just missed the bus! Waited for the next one but meanwhile ‘Miss R’ called me, panicking as to the whereabouts of her work uniform. I was dropping it at the mall for her to pick up after school, but I was late. She knew the bus wasn’t going to get us there on time so a friend started driving her down the roads to try and meet us. But the bus did come and we were on our way.

Oh can’t you feel it? The colder months are behind us and the sun is starting to peek out from behind the clouds. Ah, this is more like it.

With my dh away I was able to wake up slowly and at a time when I wanted to- rather than jumping out of bed at 6am to prepare breakfast. I hopped up, made a cuppa and snuggled back in bed with a book. (I miss my hubby though) Then I showered and went around and opened up all the blinds, which in turn slowly woke the children up.

Whilst tempted to write with my usual verbosity, I’m also overcome with a sense of sad shock at the absurdity of this situation. However, sadly, I guess I now have another reason to add to my list of responses when