Annie Martin loves the Plain ways of her Old Order Mennonite people, like those revered by her beloved grandfather. Retreating from a contentious relationship with her mother, Annie goes to live with her Daadi Moses in Apple Ridge. But as spring moves into Pennsylvania and Annie spends time amongst the cherry trees with the handsome Aden Zook, she … [Continue]
The Art of Argument Review
As part of The Old Schoolhouse Homeschool Crew, I received a The Art of Argument, An Introduction to the Informal Fallacies set to review. From the Classical Academic Press website: Junior high aged students will argue (and sometimes quarrel), but they won't argue well without good training. Young teens are also … [Continue]
What’s For Dinner?
Turkey is on the menu a lot this week. We're finishing up the last of the turkey from the freezer. I'll roast the last one on Thursday. I'll miss having turkeys in the freezer. They are good for at least 7 or 8 meals around here. It will be nice to have room in the freezer for other stuff, though. :) Saturday - Sabbath- … [Continue]
Bible in 90 Days – Week 10 Check-In
Hello everyone! This check-in finds us starting Week 10. How did everyone's week go? Are you tired of reading? Feeling over whelmed? You can do this! Just keep reading. If your behind, Keep Reading! It is worth the hard work. You can do this! I hope and pray everyone has an AWESOME week reading God's … [Continue]
Saturday on the Farm
I went out a couple of hours ago and took some pictures of what is blooming and growing here. The Mini Daffodils are dying out, but the full size Daffodils are still growing strong. They still have a lot of buds coming. In the Bible Garden, the Burning Bush has buds. And look what is leafing out by the back stairs. The Lilacs! My … [Continue]
Our Homeschool Week in Review
hmmmmm.......What did we do this week? Oh, we had a house guest from Sunday night until Thursday morning. The kids kept up with their work, but we did just the basics. Nothing overly fun or blog worthy. We did put in extra time drilling 3 of the kids for Bible Drill. They have to memorize so much, and be able to find it so fast. Even after 4 … [Continue]
This Week’s Favorites
How to make royal icing flower in toothpick - video - I've made 100's of flowers at a time before, this is a much easier way! How to ID Genetically Modified Food at the Supermarket Top 10 Reasons to Avoid Processed Foods Storing Pan Lids - I need to do this! :) Antibacterial Foods and Herbs Home Remedy for Burns How to Make … [Continue]
