Learning should be a lifelong process. Learning encompasses far more than just getting good grades in school or passing a test. One downfall of schools is that due to pressures to get good test scores the learning process is sometimes neglected. The focus has shifted to passing tests and meeting curriculum goals not imparting knowledge. … Continue reading Imparting a Love for Learning
Reflections on: Same Kind of Different As Me
Same Kind of Different As Me by Ron Hall and Denver is the real-life account of the unlikely friendship between an art dealer and a homeless man. Ron was a self made man who had risen from working class roots to a high society life. Everything was great until his wife Deborah insisted they volunteer … Continue reading Reflections on: Same Kind of Different As Me
Homeschool Benefits is Back!!!
Well, after being down for a month part of the Homeschool Network is back up. So, you are wondering why do I care? Well, because I am an editor for one the sites http://www.homeschoolbenefits.org/. I haven't written as much over the summer but I have written several articles for the site. Want to find out … Continue reading Homeschool Benefits is Back!!!
Puppy
Yeah, a new AC/heater unit is being installed!!!!!!!! Well, last week while house sitting we really enjoyed playing with our friends’ dog. I think we spoiled her some. She trained The Big Guy to pet her constantly. After this little adventure The Big Guy agreed to get me a dog. So Friday, The Big Guy … Continue reading Puppy
More AC Troubles
Well, our AC has been out since July 7th. Last week a repairman from Service Experts came to supposedly fix our AC. He was obliviously neither an expert nor good at service. It seems he was only able to work for 5-10 minutes before he would have to leave for an hour or more. Each … Continue reading More AC Troubles
Adventures in House Sitting
Our AC is still out and we are refugees from the heat. Fortunately, we are house-sitting for some friends, who have a nice air conditioned house. This is a win, win situation for all involved. According to The Big Guy they win because they have righteous cool people staying in their house. We win because … Continue reading Adventures in House Sitting
No AC & Other Rantings
Our AC broke 24 days ago. Yes, we reported it the management company. Hopefully, it will be fixed tomorrow. For the past 24 days we have been finding ways to stay cool: staying with friends, house sitting and even taking a weekend trip to St. Augustine. At least the temperature hasn’t risen above 100 degrees … Continue reading No AC & Other Rantings
