Still 100+ here. It's so hard to get back into the groove when all you want to do is nap or swim. ;)

I read TWTM prior to coming to the forums the first time in 2009. I was looking for suggestions on curricula when I came here since I couldn't find a "fit" for us and related to TWTM. I refer back to TWTM book often for inspiration, suggestions, ideas, and encouragement. It is still my "go to book." I don't follow it for particular curricula choices anymore; however, it is the most influential book I have on my shelf about homeschooling, and I have quite a few. Had I not found TWTM and this place when I first started out, I would have floundered much longer, maybe even thrown in the towel.

Thank you! It was an interesting read. :) Math as a language makes sense.

Shamelessly bumping... :D

Years ago when I was researching ways to homeschool my children, I came upon a study that expressed the merits of Mathematics compared to Foreign Languages before 2nd or 3rd grade... Basically, not to teach foreign language to a child under 8 or 9 if you want to develop the neural pathways towards mathematics or science... wait for foreign languages until at least 2nd grade, but before 5th grade. Does anyone remember a study or article about this? The cobwebs in my brain have taken over and I can't remember where I saw it. Thanks! :)

Average is so very relative. With that, my youngest (1st grade) is young, could have been red-shirted this year. She is a fairy who has not landed on this planet. Her sister, however, was always a wise, old, soul who could read at 3 to 4 years old. Every kid is different. I'm enjoying teaching my 6 year old to read, it's fun and different from her sister who just read on her own. Although my youngest is an amazing singer, artist and pianist; so each has talents to themselves. :)

Yes, sadly, we are the only western democracy on the planet without good healthcare for all. But that would be the evil socialism, right? :glare:

Truthfully, I've never been. I have, however, had amazing insurance and really never needed their services. They do give cheap birth control pills after a doctor's exam (at the time I think it was $3). Considering Viagra was covered by my insurance, but birth control wasn't, I think it's a great organization for women who have no access to women's health (mammograms, yearly exams/pap smears/physicals, birth control, etc.)

Love the photo, thanks!!! Cute. Was going to do Rapunzel for my youngest, but she said the costume was too itchy. Sigh.

My girls have absolutely no idea what to do for Halloween... well, they have several ideas, but can't decide. We have lots of parties with our church and friends for Halloween, and it's coming up fast!!! What are you kids going to dress up as? I need ideas. Help!!! :lurk5:

I have zero beef with them. My girls know their value and worth, with or without a man. Disney is fun, plain and simple. I love the Princesses for what they are. Surface fun, make believe.

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Although, the zebra domes with Amarula were yummy at the QS at AK Lodge. :-)

Love, love the nachos at Captain Cook's! They are shredded pork and homemade chips. YUM!

Polynesian is my favorite QS. Although the food at AK Lodge is yummy! Sanaa at Kidani Village is my favorite.

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I have been so emotional since Flight Service called me to let me know. I am so very grateful for all of them. I hope I can make it without gushing and crying. What an honor!!

I am so very excited and proud! I get to work a flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C. tomorrow to take 80 WWII veterans for a celebration in Washington!! I am so grateful! My Granddad served in WWII! I hope I can contain myself. I will be taking all of you with me and wishing them our thankfulness. :)

:grouphug: Peaceful, positive thoughts! How hard. Words are never adequate for this. :grouphug:

I'm a dabbler who would love know more. :)

Bethany, I'm not a believer, but I wanted you to know you've been in my daily thoughts. Peaceful, healing thoughts!! :grouphug:

Congratulations, Jenny. Glad it's been a good first day! :)

I know this is off topic, but I agree, Wendy.

Sending you and yours peaceful, positive thoughts, Jana! :grouphug: