sagira Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I just ordered Living Memory, the copybook treasure trove, and I can't wait to get it! I know that sometimes I will see something that I would want ds to copy, but I can't count on that or there won't be too much copywork going on! Thank you for making this, Drew! I can't wait to get it in and peruse its pages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clwcain Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 It is wonderful. You will not be disappointed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommylawyer Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I got mine last week and it is absolutely WONDERFUL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbeyej Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Yep, it's fantastic! I went through mine and put in tabs for each section. There's just so much content, I needed a quicker visual of all the major headings. I was just afraid otherwise I'd miss something important! ;) Definitely a worthy purchase though -- with far more content than I think most of us can do justice to in a mere 12 years... ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 Ooooh.. I'm so glad to hear that. I wasn't sure before I needed a copywork resource, but now I know I definitely do. Thanks, ladies, in sharing my joy and anticipation :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clwcain Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 While it does have lots of good copy work, it really is the best compilation of things for memorization I've ever found. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda TX Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I missed the memo - where can I see this treasure? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 I missed the memo - where can I see this treasure?Thanks Right here. I read all the wonderful reviews on this board and I thought, "that's what I need." And I do. It will make my life soooo much easier and copywork, and now I hear memorization too, will get done -- yeah! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happygrrl Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 While it does have lots of good copy work, it really is the best compilation of things for memorization I've ever found. :iagree: When it arrived in the mail I sat down and read it like a novel! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christine in al Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I've just this second, ordered mine, Thanks I can't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dani3boys Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I've seen this mentioned before, but today I was ready to buy!:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laughing lioness Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 We've been memorizing from several sections since we received it several months ago. It is terrific! Lots of copywork, but tons of memory work. We've been going through the Grammar Catechism (as I've said numerous times before, worth the price of the book) and my 14 yo has said how much easier Latin is! You'll love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Yep, it's fantastic! I went through mine and put in tabs for each section. There's just so much content, I needed a quicker visual of all the major headings. I was just afraid otherwise I'd miss something important! ;) Definitely a worthy purchase though -- with far more content than I think most of us can do justice to in a mere 12 years... ;) Great idea. I'm stealing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 This is the first I've heard of this book, and it sounds like something we could use, but are there any sample pages available anywhere? I'd like to see it before I place an order. Thanks! Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LynnG in Arizona Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Are there any other places one can order this book? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clwcain Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Nope. Just Lulu. Order away. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SophiaH Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 This is the first I've heard of this book, and it sounds like something we could use, but are there any sample pages available anywhere? I'd like to see it before I place an order. Thanks! Cat Look at this thread for a link to samples. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sahamamama Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Yep, it's fantastic! I went through mine and put in tabs for each section. There's just so much content, I needed a quicker visual of all the major headings. I was just afraid otherwise I'd miss something important! ;) Definitely a worthy purchase though -- with far more content than I think most of us can do justice to in a mere 12 years... ;) :iagree: It helps me to feel as though we will cover what's truly essential. It also helps me to relax and enjoy the beauty, the humor, the rhythm of the piece we are working on, because I can see that there are so many wonderful pieces to learn... and no one will memorize the whole book! What I appreciate the most is all that implementing a memory work program has given to our minds and hearts. A few weeks ago, on a bright, sunny day, we were all taking a ride to the park. My 4 yo daughter, in the back of the van, looked out at the fluffy clouds and quietly recited (to herself, I think) "Clouds" by Christina Rosetti -- White sheep, white sheep On a blue hill, When the wind stops You all stand still; When the wind blows, You walk away slow. White sheep, white sheep, Where do you go? [This poem is not included in LM (so far as I can tell), but we read more about Christina Rosetti's life and poems. This poem is found in "Poems and Prayers for the Very Young."] When she realized we were all listening, she then explained to us that the poem describes the clouds as sheep, because they are both white and puffy (theoretically ;)), and "the blue hill is actually the sky." I love the fruit of memory work, not because it "stuffs her head," but because it gives her beautiful language that becomes her very own. Thank you, Drew, for contributing a wonderful resource to our community. Even I am learning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurel Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I'm such a follower. I've been eyeing it for a while, and decided that it would be more mature to go ahead and order it, rather than sit here and pout, wishing I had it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Look at this thread for a link to samples. Thanks, Heather!!! Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momof165 Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Living Memory is ONE OF THE BEST homeschool books I have ever bought. I just love this book and so does my son. :thumbup: Sonja _______________________________ Homeschooling JUST ONE - ds 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tricia Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Oh I am envious. I have to admit. I have wanted it as soon as I learned about it but my dear hubby is holding off. He continues to love having the children do their copywork from scripture which I understand completely but I still want it:glare: Someday:001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova mama Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 You piqued my curiosity so I looked it up. 452 pages? Really?! For 24.95? I think I need to order this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted April 16, 2009 Author Share Posted April 16, 2009 You piqued my curiosity so I looked it up. 452 pages? Really?! For 24.95? I think I need to order this. Yes you do. Muhahahahahaha.. With all the fantastic comments pouring in and more people wanting it.. Now I REALLY can't wait to see it! :drool5:: :toetap05: I regret not paying extra for shipping, because I just read that regular ground shipping may take up to four weeks -- yikes! :willy_nilly: :svengo: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbeyej Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Would it help to know it's *not* a copywork book? I mean, one could use many of the selections as such, but that's not the main goal of the resource. It's a book of memory work in a number of disciplines -- literature, Latin, Greek, grammar, math, religion (traditional hymns, prayers), geography, historic speeches, and so much more... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova mama Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Yes you do. Muhahahahahaha.. I did! I have a hard time paying for shipping, so I went only one step up from Media Mail. At least they can track the package. For something like this, it's typical for me to say "I can just put that together myself." But at $24.95 for 452 pages, it seems worth the purchase. I guess I'll know for sure in "2 to 3 business days after date of shipment!" :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Kirsten~ Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 :iagree: It helps me to feel as though we will cover what's truly essential. It also helps me to relax and enjoy the beauty, the humor, the rhythm of the piece we are working on, because I can see that there are so many wonderful pieces to learn... and no one will memorize the whole book! What I appreciate the most is all that implementing a memory work program has given to our minds and hearts. A few weeks ago, on a bright, sunny day, we were all taking a ride to the park. My 4 yo daughter, in the back of the van, looked out at the fluffy clouds and quietly recited (to herself, I think) "Clouds" by Christina Rosetti -- White sheep, white sheep On a blue hill, When the wind stops You all stand still; When the wind blows, You walk away slow. White sheep, white sheep, Where do you go? [This poem is not included in LM (so far as I can tell), but we read more about Christina Rosetti's life and poems. This poem is found in "Poems and Prayers for the Very Young."] When she realized we were all listening, she then explained to us that the poem describes the clouds as sheep, because they are both white and puffy (theoretically ;)), and "the blue hill is actually the sky." I love the fruit of memory work, not because it "stuffs her head," but because it gives her beautiful language that becomes her very own. Thank you, Drew, for contributing a wonderful resource to our community. Even I am learning! This is just beautiful! Chokes me up! Thank you for sharing! I, too, can't wait to order the book! It's at the top of my "to order" list. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staci in MO Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 :toetap05: I regret not paying extra for shipping, because I just read that regular ground shipping may take up to four weeks -- yikes! :willy_nilly: :svengo: Four weeks? Say it ain't so! :svengo: I ordered last night and went Media Mail, because I've spent a fortune on curricula lately I want my dh to be able to retire someday. But four weeks! Hopefully, since I live bang in the middle of the country, it won't take so long for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Another happy owner here! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbeyej Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 (edited) Staci, I only paid for media mail shipping and had my copy in hand in less than a week from order. I know it *can* take longer, but I don't think it usually *does*... Edited April 16, 2009 by abbeyej Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo2 Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Staci, I only paid for media mail shipping and had my copy in hand in less than a week from order. I know it *can* take longer, but I don't think it usually *does*... Same here. I was worried that it would take longer, but I was pleasantly surprised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted April 17, 2009 Author Share Posted April 17, 2009 I found out it just shipped! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurel Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 I found out it just shipped! :party: Mine shipped today too! Much better than the 2-3 day estimate they gave. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova mama Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 Drooling over it now. Ooooh. Aaaah. What a treasure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dani3boys Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 I hope Fed Ex is running on schedule. I can't wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted April 20, 2009 Author Share Posted April 20, 2009 (edited) I'm going to check my mailbox right now..! Update: Not yet.. but I did get The Body Shop soaps that I ordered off eBay to appease me :) Edited April 20, 2009 by sagira Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted April 23, 2009 Author Share Posted April 23, 2009 I got it!! In my hands! :hurray: :party: First impressions: nice glossy cover, hefty and.. off to read..! :auto: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alana in Canada Posted April 23, 2009 Share Posted April 23, 2009 (edited) I'm so jealous of media mail! For me, it'll be $17.00 for shipping. (Plus exchange). We are really, really bad at doing memory work. In the end, it'll probably cost us $50.00 (cdn). Would it still be worth it? Edited April 23, 2009 by Alana in Canada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted April 24, 2009 Author Share Posted April 24, 2009 You may have to wait for that answer, Alana, as I just bought it and just read for a while. I would need to use it on a day to day basis to tell you if $50 is worth it IMO. I can tell you that for my money ($30 something) it's an amazing resource. I can already tell that I'm going to use it not just for copywork but for memorywork and as a general resource and to help plan our scope and sequence from K-12. The book is truly a labor of love I can tell. I wish I had more time to read.. but I need to go make dinner! :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristen in NC Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 We have been sadly lacking in memory work, and I just saw this thread about Living Memory. I really, really want to order it now. Those of you who ordered and have received it now, how do you like it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted May 16, 2009 Author Share Posted May 16, 2009 I really do. Everything in one place. I give ds copywork from whatever we're working on, either poetry or literature. He's only five but next year I anticipate longer sentences in copywork and even some words dictated (spelling and vocabulary). Living Memory tells you, subject by subject, what to memorize, important lists, e.g. in Geography the oceans, continents, cities, capitals.. aah.. a treasure trove of information right at your fingertips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted May 16, 2009 Author Share Posted May 16, 2009 Anybody else? (Double post but I don't want to admit it -- :lol:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted May 19, 2009 Share Posted May 19, 2009 I placed my order today. It sounds like several of you have been sleeping with yours under your pillow, but are you using it ?:001_smile: If so, how do your kids like it? How do you like it..besides the glossy cover? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brindee Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 I placed my order today. It sounds like several of you have been sleeping with yours under your pillow, but are you using it ?:001_smile: If so, how do your kids like it? How do you like it..besides the glossy cover?I ordered one today too! So, I'm all :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkermamaof4 Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 I am just starting down this road of memory work with my kids. we bought linguistic development through poetry memorization and fll and plan to buy wwe. do we need to buy living memory now and begin now with it too or is there enough memory work in these other sources for us this next year? tia! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Sagira, if you buy something then I figure it must be good. :tongue_smilie: How is everyone fitting it in to other school work? Right now our copywork comes from WWE, and our memory work is from FLL. However, I can see where I could use help with subjects such as history, geography, and Latin when we get to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Mine shipped today.:hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brindee Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Mine shipped today.:hurray:Mine did too!:D So, anyone who has it, can you share how you fit it in your curriculum? How would I add it in for my 15yo who will be in 10th grade next year? How about with dd12, for 7th? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted May 30, 2009 Share Posted May 30, 2009 It's here:hurray: And even with slightly bent corners, it is a beautiful book. I'm supposed to use this with my kids, right? Not just read it for myself:D Thank you everyone for this recommendation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted May 30, 2009 Author Share Posted May 30, 2009 Sagira, if you buy something then I figure it must be good. :tongue_smilie: Aw, Kleine Hexe, you make me blush :blush: I'm not using WWE or FLL. Most of our copywork (and memorywork) would either come from our poetry, literature, science, geography or math. Anything worthy to copy. Invariably I know I'll be busy and forget to prepare ahead and I can just get Living Memory and know there will be something worthwhile there for dc to copy/memorize. I'm also using it as a reference and as a bit on what to focus on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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