SL Core 100 (American History) Week 14
April 22-28, 2018
Square Dance
Hello Friends!
Our week started off great, with Dd and her friend FA singing Just A Closer Walk With Thee at church for a special. They had planned to sing it Giz while she was here, but due to the weather, this was when it finally happened. It was nice to see Dd let her light shine. This was her first 'on stage' thing as a duet, previously her only on stage experiences are with our large "Strings Group." I was proud of her for getting up there.
Spring Arrives!
The grass is turning green, tractors in the fields, a few leaf buds have sprouted, DAFFODILS are BLOOMING, and I can once again collect dandelions and weeds to feed the chickens! I've been boxing up all my sweaters and winter clothes; I really did splurge this year at the local thrift store! I also put the umbrella back in our deck table so I could do my bible study outside; a real first step for spring!
Spring Arrives!
The grass is turning green, tractors in the fields, a few leaf buds have sprouted, DAFFODILS are BLOOMING, and I can once again collect dandelions and weeds to feed the chickens! I've been boxing up all my sweaters and winter clothes; I really did splurge this year at the local thrift store! I also put the umbrella back in our deck table so I could do my bible study outside; a real first step for spring!
Chickens:
We had some warmer weather this week; which means the chickens got out to their 'chicken tractors' some and laundry was out on the line.
The chickens seem to be getting the idea of coming out for grass in their tractors and that they have to walk/run/waddle back to the coop in the evening.
They are tempted to run over to new grass and start eating there instead of going to the coop, which becomes a bit of a hassle trying to wrangle them all back inside, as you can imagine.
Garden:
Saturday Dh and I filled the two hoop houses with newly planted seeds. By Sunday we had killed our only plants, two beautiful basil plants.
Our hoop houses must have gotten so hot while we were at church (and Sunday School) that they overheated and practically melted. We have a lot to learn about regulating the temperatures in the hoop houses, and of course, I learn best by failure!
Hoping I can improve quickly and not kill any more plants! We've planted a lot, as you can see. I focused on spinach, lettuce, tomato varieties, peppers, two different types of kale and basil, and some other herbs....
Truck:
Oh, my. Monday night we drove the 45 minutes to the shop and picked up the truck; having already paid the steep fee over the phone. Dh was so glad to drive the truck to work on Tuesday and Wednesday, but on his ride home (Wed) the transmission started going out and he could only go about 30-45 mph. Ouch. Looks like the truck is once again down, after having 1 1/2 days of working.
Anticholinergic meds:
The chickens seem to be getting the idea of coming out for grass in their tractors and that they have to walk/run/waddle back to the coop in the evening.
They are tempted to run over to new grass and start eating there instead of going to the coop, which becomes a bit of a hassle trying to wrangle them all back inside, as you can imagine.
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Saturday Dh and I filled the two hoop houses with newly planted seeds. By Sunday we had killed our only plants, two beautiful basil plants.
Our hoop houses must have gotten so hot while we were at church (and Sunday School) that they overheated and practically melted. We have a lot to learn about regulating the temperatures in the hoop houses, and of course, I learn best by failure!
Hoping I can improve quickly and not kill any more plants! We've planted a lot, as you can see. I focused on spinach, lettuce, tomato varieties, peppers, two different types of kale and basil, and some other herbs....
Truck:
Oh, my. Monday night we drove the 45 minutes to the shop and picked up the truck; having already paid the steep fee over the phone. Dh was so glad to drive the truck to work on Tuesday and Wednesday, but on his ride home (Wed) the transmission started going out and he could only go about 30-45 mph. Ouch. Looks like the truck is once again down, after having 1 1/2 days of working.
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| Time in the garden has begun...Yay! SO much to look forward to! |
Anticholinergic meds:
https://www.cnn.com/2018/04/25/health/anticholinergic-drugs-dementia-risk-study/index.html
It's taken me two years to get off my GERD medications after learning how unhealthy the meds were to me; this week I read a study on the migraine prevention medication I've been taking for years--amitriptyline. The study has drawn a correlation between taking anticholinergic meds and dementia. LSS-long story short, I'm weaning myself off this med to see just exactly how effective it is and if it is worth the risk or not. To be honest, unless it really makes a huge difference I am going to drop it. If nothing else, I'm getting healthier every year!
It's taken me two years to get off my GERD medications after learning how unhealthy the meds were to me; this week I read a study on the migraine prevention medication I've been taking for years--amitriptyline. The study has drawn a correlation between taking anticholinergic meds and dementia. LSS-long story short, I'm weaning myself off this med to see just exactly how effective it is and if it is worth the risk or not. To be honest, unless it really makes a huge difference I am going to drop it. If nothing else, I'm getting healthier every year!
Grace Homeschool Association:
This was the first year I tried outsourcing two subjects to a teacher other than myself--math and art to make the math more palatable. Come to find out, Dd did great and I think this path is a viable option for bridging the gap between my desire for her to get ready for college and remaining homeschooled. Dd is also wanting to focus more on her education, so we looked over the courses being offered next year through Grace and signed her up! We are looking at: Geography, Algebra, Graphic Design/Exploring Economics, Logic, and Spanish. She would only have to meet once a week and our normal Sonlight years would have to get pinched even more.
Square Dance:
Friday night Dd had a good time at the spring square dance at the Home School Building. Afterward, she spent the night at her friend's house, with another girlfriend, and they stayed up late and ate pizza!
Academic progress for the Week:
Bible:
Entrusted by Beth Moore
We watched Session One this week. Of course, I had already seen it, but I was glad to watch it again! She is working on the workbook, at her own pace, which is fine with me. I've found some days' lessons take longer and have a lot to sort through, while other days lessons are thinner to sort.
Church, Sunday School, Youth Program and volunteered at the Olympians program.
Math:
Grace HS Association:
Saxon Geometry: Lessons 97-101 and class
Writing:
IEW: Continuation B
Lesson 13 & 14: In Process
Dd is working on a Biographical Essay about Giz
SL History:
A History of US, Book 5:
Ch's 9-16
SL Literature:
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain
Ch's 25-33
Physical Exercise:
Square Dance!
Culinary Arts:
Rice Dish, Curry/Rice/Tofu dish, Agedashi Tofu
Music Lessons:
Violin lesson with Christie: 45 minutes
Piano lesson with Wendy: 30 minutes
Music Practice at home: 2:30 hours
Sang Duet at Church: Just A Closer Walk with Thee
Art at home:
Drawing/Painting: 2 hours
Art Classes:
Painting Studio: 2:00 hours
Botany Art Class: 1:30
Audio:
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, in the car.
This was the first year I tried outsourcing two subjects to a teacher other than myself--math and art to make the math more palatable. Come to find out, Dd did great and I think this path is a viable option for bridging the gap between my desire for her to get ready for college and remaining homeschooled. Dd is also wanting to focus more on her education, so we looked over the courses being offered next year through Grace and signed her up! We are looking at: Geography, Algebra, Graphic Design/Exploring Economics, Logic, and Spanish. She would only have to meet once a week and our normal Sonlight years would have to get pinched even more.
Square Dance:
Friday night Dd had a good time at the spring square dance at the Home School Building. Afterward, she spent the night at her friend's house, with another girlfriend, and they stayed up late and ate pizza!
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| We've been growing root hairs on sweet potatoes and red potatoes |
Academic progress for the Week:
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Miss Lemon is doing so well! |
Bible:
Entrusted by Beth Moore
We watched Session One this week. Of course, I had already seen it, but I was glad to watch it again! She is working on the workbook, at her own pace, which is fine with me. I've found some days' lessons take longer and have a lot to sort through, while other days lessons are thinner to sort.
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The umbrella is back up for the season! |
Church, Sunday School, Youth Program and volunteered at the Olympians program.
Math:
Grace HS Association:
Saxon Geometry: Lessons 97-101 and class
Writing:
IEW: Continuation B
Lesson 13 & 14: In Process
Dd is working on a Biographical Essay about Giz
SL History:
A History of US, Book 5:
Ch's 9-16
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| Because we have too many chickens in our tractors, I have to move the tractor every 20-30 minutes so they have access to more greens. |
SL Literature:
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain
Ch's 25-33
Physical Exercise:
Square Dance!
Culinary Arts:
Rice Dish, Curry/Rice/Tofu dish, Agedashi Tofu
Music Lessons:
Violin lesson with Christie: 45 minutes
Piano lesson with Wendy: 30 minutes
Music Practice at home: 2:30 hours
Sang Duet at Church: Just A Closer Walk with Thee
Art at home:
Drawing/Painting: 2 hours
Art Classes:
Painting Studio: 2:00 hours
Botany Art Class: 1:30
Audio:
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, in the car.
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| Dd has always wanted a Venus Fly Trap, and Aldi had one for $4.99!!!! She is so excited! |
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