Good luck with your new adventure, Jennifer. We really value our experience. It was a huge blessing.

Yes, lots of changes. The military keeps you on the edge of your seat. :001_smile:

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My husband is in the military and we have decided to stay in for a while longer. We are in love with the property but don't really have family or roots here. We decided to retire in AK, so many things weighed in toward the decision. It was a hard decision to make. We have so many memories here and we have grown so much as a family. I just hope the property will be a blessing to another family.

Some of you have followed our journey starting a small hobby farm. Now that we have finished the projects and made so many good memories, it is time to move on. If you know anyone who may be interested in moving to the country in the Montgomery area, this may be a good fit. http://herdingducks.blogspot.com/2011/03/herding-duckshome-for-sale.html Camille

You must not be from the South. This is what grits are for. I put scrambled eggs, cheese, and jalepenos in mine. Yum.

I should not have read this while eating my oatmeal. Gross. :ack2:

Here is some information that you may find helpful: http://www.kencollins.com/question-41.htm

Thank you for the replies so far. We are military, so our only choices would be the ones mentioned. I am a little hopeful now. I almost ruled out the NE b/c I thought it would be too tedious or I would not be able to use my curriculum. I can handle paperwork, I just don't want to have to fight over things. We stick pretty close to what WTM recommends, has anyone had any issues?

If you live or have lived in NY (NYC), Pa or RI could you share your experiences with homeschooling? The laws seem pretty strict and not very friendly. I would love to live in the NE, but not if that means losing control over the way we homeschool. TIA, Camille

I don't call anyone after 7:30 and I would be irritated if someone called me after 8:00. We get up really early though.

I'm sorry but I have to say that I am soooooo glad to live out in the country. We can yell, mow, cut brush, blast our music, and let our dogs run without even thinking twice about neighbors. If someone came on my property and cut anything, we would have major issues.

Instead of a cotton T-shirt, have him try an Under Armour (or similar brand) T-shirt. http://www.http://www.underarmour.com/ The best T-shirt ever made. Under Armour's definitive training T. New lightweight, quick-drying fabric provides SUPERIOR moisture transport keeping you cool, dry, and comfortable. Armour®Stretch improves mobility and accelerates dry time with lightweight fabrics built in a 4-way stretch. Optimum seam positioning eliminates discomfort in high abrasion areas. UPF 30+ protects your skin from the sun's harmful rays and inhibits premature aging. Anti-Odor Technology prevents the growth of odor causing microbes. 95% Polyester/ 5% Elastane. Imported.

I would work in weight lifting at least twice a week, targeting your abs/back. It is the difference between feeling "hammered in the ground" and running strong. : )

We lived in Alaska before Alabama, so I think we will acclimate to the winter/climate well. The kids are excited to see snow again. There seems to be a lot of unschoolers there. Is that accurate? Anyone have any input on the homeschool groups/activities there?