I've tried Sonlight, Winterpromise--both very similar curriculums and MFW is the least expensive, most organized, and most inclusive of them all. It looks expensive...but compared to a high school or middle school education... it's no cost at all. NHSM

Can I second the suggestion about Square Foot Gardening, it's not about what to plant, but how to plant. Use your search engine and you'll find it. NHSM

Have you tried HSLDA. They have a state by state breakdown of requirements, if that's what you are looking for. NHSM

Weeding our garden bed, before it gets too late. NHSM

I's have to say a clean home before I go out. Uggg, this is such a problem for me too! (smile!) NHSM

We live in Centereach Long Island. Though we are taking a year off from Homeschool--for my health reasons. Catch up with you next...next year. NHSM

Bridge to Teribithia!!!

My dd loves the workbook Spelling approach and she has really liked Abeka. NHSM

but i'd love to chime in and say I have 28 days left. NHSM

I love Tool for the Trade the Macy's Cellar Brand of kitchen items. NHSM

I love the fresh, crisp, clean smell of Clinique Happy! NHSM :001_smile:

Have you tried a non-parent driven curriculum? This year we decided to use Abeka DVD Academy for my dd age 9. I honestly had to set aside all my love for literature approach and flowery curriculum--at the suggestion of a friend. I had to ask myself...What is more important? Curriculum...Daughter being home? Come to find out my dd 9 is extremely motivated with her 4th grade "teacher" and loves the workbook approach. She begged me never to go back to reading books and stuff. :001_huh: I have had two major surgeries the last two school years and now, my daughter's day is not dependent on me starting her and carrying her through the day. Don't worry there is still plenty of work to do together...and reading. HTH, NHSM

DH and I looked into adoption several years ago and one agency suggested for us to apply to be in their foster parent program. We kindly said no, and went to adopt two daughters through another agency. DH and I were fearful of all that foster care would cost our families hearts and minds, and I respect and hold you in great honor for being an emergency home for such children. Blessings & Hugs, NHSM:grouphug:

Have you read the Well Educated Mind? If so, what are your thoughts about the book? Have you tried the suggested "education" method for yourself? It looks great and the thought of educating myself further (one reason I love homeschooling my kids!) sounds great! :hurray: I'm always up for a challenge, but I'm personally not interested in furthering my degree or taking Adult Education or Online Classes. I like the idea of doing something on my own and at my own pace. Does it sound like the WEM is what I am looking for? TIA Hive Mind, NHSM

Hi HiveMiind, I'm never disappointed when I post on this board. Thank You for all the words of experience and wisdom, I really do feel more hopeful. :) I never realized that so many homeschoolers have had experience with public/private school--that is very nice to know. I am really not alone in this and that makes a difference for me!!! Blessings Back To You All, NHSM