Homeschool Connections asked me to write a series on schooling at home during this pandemic for my Mom to Mom column there. If you need some encouragement for these strange times, head on over there! Why Pandemic Schooling Is Harder Than Homeschooling – And 14 Tips to Make It Easier Are you exhausted, juggling educating […]
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Homeschool Burnout and How to Overcome It
February is known as homeschool burnout month. It’s when the days can seem long due to dreary weather, rampant illness, and the resulting loneliness. Some moms just feel weary. Some moms are calling the school down the street to ask about immediate enrollment. Please read the rest here…
Saints Club
Are you one of those moms who really wants to do more to celebrate the liturgical year but just can’t seem to fit it in or maybe just can’t get motivated to put in the extra effort on top of everything else? If you know 3-7 other moms in the same situation, I might have […]
I’m NOT a Morning Person!
In college, my roommate gave me the nickname “Jenny Bear” and those of you who know me IRL know that’s not reflective of a cuddly nature. It’s because of my lack of humanity in the mornings. I have never, to my recollection, ever been a morning person, and growling at anyone who tries to speak […]
Enough: Do I Have What it Takes to Homeschool (You do)
Am I smart enough to homeschool? (I never had good grades in school…) Am I qualified enough to homeschool? (I’m not a certified teacher…) Am I patient enough to homeschool? (I lose my temper just about every day…) Does any of this sound familiar? Whether you’re considering homeschooling or have been homeschooling for many years, […]
This School Year’s Golden Secret to Success
Is there one simple mom-to-mom secret that can make this homeschooling year the best one yet? Absolutely! But it may not be what you think… The pencils are sharpened. The maps are hung. The books are clean and all in a row. Our plans are written (or, at least, outlined as much as can be, […]