I have attempted to update several times, but every time I tried to post pictures, it wouldn't let me, so I got mad, and didn't post ANYTHING. However, since it was asked of me if I was done blogging, I shall post a brief update.
We have been SO busy! Last time I wrote, I was expecting a new grandson. Conner Lee was born almost 5 months ago now, weighing in at 9 pounds, 10 ounces, and is a happy cheerful baby. I adore him, and would love to share pictures, but alas...you'll just have to take my word for it.
Emily, age 11, has become active in gymnastics, and both girls were, as always, in softball this year. Colleen continues to volunteer at the animal shelter 2 days a week, and has learned to drive. In our state, parents are not allowed to homeschool driver's ed, so she spent 4 months attending public school for this class. She got an A in the class, and an A in the behind-the-wheel portion. Since she got A's in both parts of the class, she was eligible to take her driving test already, and now has a waiver, and won't have to take it at the DMV. I didn't even know she TOOK the test till she handed me the waiver.
Colleen also gained more than her permit and waiver in Driver's ed. She also ended up with a boyfriend. Although this is a little unsettling to me, these things happen when you're almost 16, and I'm happy for her. We do not allow dating, however, so they are restricted to phone calls, texts, and visits at our house.
I was sooo behind in ordering curriculum this year. Normally, that is something I do in the winter, but I didn't make my final decisions or place orders till three weeks ago. We now have everything, and have started a tiny bit of school, intending to begin full-time next week.
For 6th grade, Emily will be doing the complete Timberdoodle kit, substituting TT Math for Saxon.
Colleen will be in 10th grade this year, and will be doing:
MUS Geometry
Abeka Biology with DVDs and Labs
Abeka World History
Abeka World Literature
Jenson's Format Writing
ACE Spanish
Critical Thinking Co. Level 3 Verbal Skills
Colleen is on her 2nd week of Biology. It is taking some adjustment to get used to a DVD class, but overall I'm liking it.
Emily just began spelling and math this week.
There is, of course, tons more going on with life, but this is the homeschool update. If anyone still reads this, hope all is well with you.
