I read a very interesting article from BF regarding waiting until late elem. to start the study of ancient history. My dc are 7 and 5. I was planning on starting MOH next year with both of them. Now, after reading the article, it makes sense to wait. Are any of you familiar with the thought out there that says it's best to wait until they are older so they can grasp it better and have more choices for better literature. (obviously this is from a living books approach, not textbook) The article also mentioned that studying about false gods could confuse their biblical foundation at such a young age and focusing on the tragic times in history at a young age isn't such a good idea. The alternative is to study American History and then start with the history cycle in late elem. Just curious what your opinion is and why. Thanks.

Here is an example of how my son thinks about math: Today he said, "Mom, if I was born in 1990 I would be 18 years old." Or, yesterday, he heard me say, "...we'll be home at 7...", and it was presently 3pm and he said, "Aw, mom, we'll be home in 4 hours." He does this almost immediately. So, my question is what math program would be good for him? Is he more mental with math or is does he just get math and any good program will work? Thanks for the help.

My ds7 and dd5 are not very tough when it comes to boo-boo's. My ds is the worst one. My dd has her moments, but usually gets over it quick. I've wondered if sometimes she reacts that way from being around ds and his reactions all these years. I've accepted that he is the way he is, but I'm just wondering if there is any good advice on how to handle this. I tend to be non-emotional to not add to the stress of the situation, but then I feel like I'm not being emotional enough and that I'm not being "that" kind of mommy who can be sensitive, yet handle the situation. I just want to handle it in a compassionate, yet effective way and help my kids become strong. Does that make sense? Will age and maturity be the ultimate answer? I just don't want them to remember me as harsh. Thanks for any advice.

I lost 20 lbs. 5 years ago with Slim in 6 before I got pg with my dd. It isn't a gimmick, it is a great work out! It did it all. Good cardio, strength, and toning. I haven't gotten myself back into the groove yet to do it again, but I want to because I know it worked. I liked Slim in 6 because it had everything in it and I didn't have to do seperate workouts for cardio and toning and I did it without leaving my house. The way I did it was watch my calories, choose better/healthier food, and do the videos/dvds 6 days a week. The plan isn't this wacky, hard to follow eating plan. It's just normal foods, but they encourage to make better food choices. I plan on doing it again, but not go at it so intense like before. I followed the program to a T and I lost 20 lbs. in 6 weeks and was toned. I was intense. This time, I'll not be so intense and just do it because I need to do better for myself and not worry about a time frame. I felt great after the work out! Yes, I was very sore for a few days once I started, but after the first 2-3 weeks, you can tell your body is stronger and more toned. I could climb up my stairs easier and I didn't even know it was diffcult before. I could just tell my body was healthier. So, that's what worked for me and now I've got to do it again.

...when all along I was working it out in the best way for us, I guess. I suppose I see it as "all or nothing", instead of balancing it out. It is working for us and there really aren't any problems regarding it, just my own insecurities. Thanks for the encouragement. I like the comparison to sweets, that makes so much sense. Thanks!

I've wrestled with this for a little while now and it's come back again. My husband and I are resistant to get rid of the tv completely. We don't watch it that much as it is and we limit it very, very strictly for the kids. (maybe 30 min.-one hour a day, but not every day) As far as content, they don't know that anything else exists except Noggin for kids (not The N), Sprout, and PBS. We don't watch tv together as a family at all, but we do watch an occassional video/dvd that is appropriate for the kids. My uneasiness comes about because I've read the books and opinions out there that talk about brain development. I'm curious if limiting tv/screen time is an alternate option that is realistic or if eliminating it altogether is really the only way to guarantee the best results? Is ANY screen time stunting my kid's brain development? BTW, my kids are 7 and 5. Thanks for your comments.

I haven't posted in a long time, but I always get good advice here. TIA... :001_smile: My dd just turned 5 in Feb. She has recently started pretending that she is a teenager, acts more independent, pulls away from hugs in public, is very aware and notices teenage girls when we are out, etc... I'm not dealing with this well and am worried as to why she is doing this. Should I be worried or is this normal in development? Is there something emotional going on? FWIW, I was a child that always wanted to be older, but I don't think I started at 5! Is this genetic? :) One advantage to hs'ing was to let my children be children longer, but she is doing this on her own. Do I need to have her play with other little girls her own age? Should I just relax and just ignore it? Help!