Home-school-wise, the past week has been really lovely (despite the fact that near-twelvishness seems to be producing some moods I could live without).
We enjoyed a little harvest--the excitement of picking these full-grown oyster mushrooms and immediately chopping and tossing them into the pan. A bit of garlic, a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of chili powder...
I've quite honestly never seen Annabelle enjoy her lunch more--I'm resolved to encourage her interest in growing food, despite my own, shall we say, black thumb?
She is also currently very interested in silver foxes--can't wait to see how this one turns out. (My fellow cheapskates might like this tip: A. has two or three canvases for her bedroom walls, and as her tastes change, we take 'em down, paint over 'em with white acrylic, and she makes "new" art. This one used to be covered with jellyfish, which apparently are now out with her.)
I've quite honestly never seen Annabelle enjoy her lunch more--I'm resolved to encourage her interest in growing food, despite my own, shall we say, black thumb?
She is also currently very interested in silver foxes--can't wait to see how this one turns out. (My fellow cheapskates might like this tip: A. has two or three canvases for her bedroom walls, and as her tastes change, we take 'em down, paint over 'em with white acrylic, and she makes "new" art. This one used to be covered with jellyfish, which apparently are now out with her.)We've just reached the Civil War in our American history studies, and we're enjoying a biography of Lincoln in the context of the conflict. Annabelle asked me to read more of it aloud this afternoon when we'd already completed our daily dose. Nice.
This week, I feel like I'm doing some things right--always a good feeling.
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Home-schooling is like that, isn't it? Some weeks feel productive and exciting, others feel a little off. Sort of how creativity works too. Some days you're inspired, other days you just buckle down and do the work and try to find more inspiration...
Annabelle's wolf drawing is fantastic. She's a writer *and* and an illustrator!
yes it is.
What a beautiful job with the mushrooms. That's on my to-do list. BTW, I live in the midst of MANY Civil War burial sites and always find it fascinating. Thaddeus Stevens is buried in a cemetary across the street from my home. Enjoy!!!
Great way to reuse that canvas!! Thanks for the info!!
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