[Homeschooling someone else's child]

I know that others have done this. I received an email from a lady today, asking if I would consider homeschooling her child for about a month. I am considering it, but would like to know how to charge for this.

 

Have any of you done this before, and if so, what did you charge? I assume the parents buy supplies and books also?

 

TIA

[What is your biggest pet peeve.]

I haven't read every post, but I agree with what I have read so far...

 

I will include:

 

Talking baby talk to a child who is more than 6 - 12 months old. I have a SIL who still does this with her 3 and 7 year olds, then tells me she doesn't understand why the 3 year old can't speak well! HUH?

 

Someone calling and ruining the surprise party you were planning for your dh~!

 

My bil - just in general, he peeves me!

 

Other people's kids coming over to my house and complaining about what I am serving for dinner! What? They weren't even invited to eat!!

 

My Border Collie whining to go out to chase squirrels, then 2 minutes later, barking to come back in!!

 

WOW - I have serious issues!

[New curriculum came!!!!!]

The only thing I don't like about getting new books is waiting until I finish the old ones to start using them! I always love them, and want to "start the new year" right away!!

 

I am ordering in May, when the tax rebate checks come, so for now I will have to live vicariously through you!! Have Fun!:D

[Does anyone else duel eggs?]

Yeah, I am not understanding...we don't do this. How, exactly, do you dual an egg?? Sound like something my boys (including dh) would love to do!!

 

As for snowcones in NC, you should try Pelican's on HWY 401, between Garner and Fuquay. YUM,YUM!! :tongue_smilie:

[Come and Look! You're Going to Want a Pair, Too!]

I love them!! Where do I get a pair - in size 9?

 

:thumbup: good J-O-B!

 

Have fun.

[Calling all rabbit owners...]

Thanks - you have given me some things to think about.

 

I really don't want this to be another "mommy's job" kind of thing!

[Calling all rabbit owners...]

My dd really wants to get a pet rabbit. Since her cat ran off when we moved here, I am inclined to let her get one. I told her when she builds a hutch, she can get one! Now I feel the need to help her build the hutch! :001_huh:

 

Any good hutch building ideas? Inexpensive would be great, and the rabbit will definitely be outside.

 

Thanks all!

[Game: What do you prefer?]

Innie

 

A little bit country or a little bit rock-n-roll?

 

:blush:

[Attention: Men should not wear ankle-high black socks...]

AAAWWW...but that's my daddy you are talking about!! :001_rolleyes:

 

I've been telling him for YEARS not to do this!!

[Places you have lived?]

I have always lived in central NC, always within a 20 mile radius.

 

I would love to try living in Phoenix, or in the NC mountains!

[Game: What do you prefer?]

non-fiction

 

alone or crowd?

[NC (or close) folks...]

Do you all know of any homeschooling conferences, other than the NCHE Conference? I really need to go to one this year in order to plan for next year, but I don't know if I can swing the cost of the "biggie" in Winston-Salem. :001_huh:

 

I am near Raleigh, so I can get just about anywhere in the state without too much trouble.

 

Thanks all!! :Angel_anim:

[How long have you been a SAHM or sahd]

I have been a SAHM since my oldest was born almost 13 years ago. (ACK - how did that happen so quickly?!)

 

That said, I do work part-time as the assistant to our church's music minister, but my time is VERY flexible, so I barely consider it working!

 

I really think I will always be a SAHM, even if we don't have any more children. I don't really want to be tied to a job, and I like the flaxibilty of being able to accompany my dh on trips. Of course, I may change my mind when the kids are gone, and I am bored!! :bored:

[Please post your favorite Pot roast recipe]

Hope I'm not too late...

 

I love this recipe - put you pot roast in a crock pot with potatoes and carrots. Pour in one can of cheddar cheese soup, and one can of french onion soup. Cook all day, and YUM!! This makes the best gravy.

 

You could also cook it in the oven at 350 (I believe!)

 

Enjoy!:001_smile:

[Post your smilies here!]

:bigear: I just really want to know what this dude is all about? What's with the ears?

 

:001_tt2: Very cute

 

:willy_nilly: this is me today - we are getting ready for our Easter Musical at church, and as the music assistant, I am going to be very busy. Tonight is our last practice!!

[I have TWO SQUARES!!!]

Oh...man...do I want rep!!

 

:party:

[Idol, so what did you think last night?]

I think Jason is adorable and I always adore his folksy style. I picture him singing in a coffee bar somewhere.

I thought Brooke was incredible.

I did not like Carly this week, but mostly because I think "Come Together" is a dreadful song no matter who sings it.

Kristy was not good, not good at all.

Syesha was pretty good, but I did not think she was fabulous.

David Hernandez was dreadful.

I thought Amanda was great.

I would gladly purchase a Michael Johns album.

Chikezie blew me away. He was like a different performer last night, where has he been hiding that talent?

Last night was the first time I actually liked David Cook's performance.

Ramiele was boring.

And finally, I felt so bad for David. But he is just a kid and this stuff is going to happen to even seasoned performers. I hope it does not kill his confidence.

 

:iagree: ( I just wanted to play with the new smilies!!)

 

I agree with you, except for Amanda. I agreed with Simon on that one - most of her words were so slurred, I couldn't understand her. But she hasn't been one of my favorites. I really like Jason and Brooke.

[Where do you keep the booze?]

At the store! ;)

 

Sorry, I couldn't resist! We don't drink here, so we don't need to lock it up. Although there are times when I wish I had some for cooking - but not enough to go out and get it!

[Who here homeschools from religious conviction?]

Yes...and no. I really felt a call to homeschool when we originally started. I felt that the kiddos weren't "getting" what they needed.

 

But at this point (6 years later), while our convictions are still as important, we have come to realize that the kids wouldn't have been able to spend any time with my dh over the last four years if they weren't at home during the day. He is a full-time seminary student, and worked nights. So it became evenmore important at that point.

 

Now, I just can't imagine it any other way! :)

[So who's ready for Spring Break!]

Isn't it funny how even the results are (except for #1) at this point? HHMMM...I think a lesson needs to be taught on probability!!! We are looking forward to Spring Break with Dh next week!! :D

[Any families NOT get the flu this year?]

We haven't had it here, and generally don't get it. I don't really take any special precautions, and we are certainly exposed to others. ??? Can't answer as to why we don't get it, but sure am thankful that we don't. ;)

[Do you do Easter baskets at your house?]

We do a basket of candy, and a book, but we give them on Saturday instead of Sunday. We reserve Sunday to really focus on the "meaning" of the day, and I really do not want that morning rushed with having to inspect a basket full of goodies first! :rolleyes: So, Saturday for the basket and Sunday for the Resurrection!!

[I have a silly request...]

thanks all for your prayers - it did go well today! I had to pay a fine, but the speed was reduced so that the ticket will not show up on my insurance, which was my real worry!

 

thanks again!!

[I have a silly request...]

I have to go to court today for a speeding ticket I got when we were moving in January. I am SO nervous!!! If you are the praying kind, please send some my way today. Or good thoughts, if you are so inclined?

 

I don't know why I am so scared about this - I feel like such a sissy! Most things do not "ruffle my feathers", but for some reason, this sure does!

 

Thanks all - I'll let you know how it turns out!

[Sweet, Dill, or Bread and Butter?]

I like to eat dill - especially Polski Wyrobs. But I must have sweet for salads and burgers.