So, I'm finally sitting down to blog...it's been a fun, busy, challenging summer and I haven't been as disciplined in blogging as I want to be. I sometimes have a hard time balancing what's important.
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As I type this, I'm watching my 4 year old pour out water onto our sports court and watch facinatedly as it spreads out before her. Such are the images of summer that stay with me...the time when the press of schedules was less and the chance to pursue activities that we would call "a waste of time" during the rest of the year. After all, there are "places to go, things to do".
Right now I am reminded of how important it is (as fall approaches) to create my routines in such a way as to make sure we have time to enjoy simple moments that don't appear to have much value on the surface...
I guess this is one of the things that reminds me of one reason homeschooling appeals to me. Yes, I know that routine is important, but being able to lay on your stomach on the carpet all afternoon with a good book isn't a waste of time, IT'S SCHOOL!
I remember when I first started "officially" schooling at home and (not being a "school at home" type--but having been schooled as a child) often questioning myself as to whether particular activities could be "counted" as school. I mean, who would have thought sorting socks is math for a young child? And don't get me started on the possibilities that exist with sidewalk chalk!
So, I'm off to do some planning for this year. I'll make sure to fit in all the important subjects like math, science, history....and pouring water onto the sports court!
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