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Moving and Homeschooling 5 May 2013 | 02:49 am
Some very clever scientists(Holmes and Rahe), came up with a scale of stresses based on more than 5000 patients which state that there are 43 life stresses which can be bad for your health. To measure...
Homeschooling Books for Sale 9 Apr 2013 | 11:43 am
As you know we are preparing to go and with that, comes the big sale of all books. It's a mammoth task as any homeschooler knows, because books are truly our pride and joy. And so here's the list. ...
Preparing to go 26 Mar 2013 | 12:53 am
With our pending departure to China, there is much to do and only another 4 months to do it in. I am in no way an expert on moving from one nation to another but these are the things that I know real...
A Month in Review: February 2013 1 Mar 2013 | 02:00 am
It seems that the year has got off to a running start with hardly a moment to breath, but of course there is always time to blog! And so if you've been (MIA - missing in action), here's what's been ...
15 Ways to cure a fussy eater 26 Feb 2013 | 12:48 am
Fussy picky eaters in your home? Oh and by the way they don't have to be toddlers to be fussy - I know LOTS of fussy eaters ranging from toddlers to adults. What are fussy eaters you ask? Silly ques...
Out and About: Durbanville Rose Garden 20 Feb 2013 | 02:43 am
My parents live in Durbanville,I grew up in Durbanville, well at least from my 12th year in life and I go there at least once a month to show my face, get all the lovin' I need from my mom and dad, an...
Family Life: Why family traditions are important 17 Feb 2013 | 02:58 am
Funny, I have few family traditions that I remember as a child. Both my parents worked and were pressed for time and finances and so we spent very little time enjoying each other's company like I hav...
Top Posts: 2012 11 Feb 2013 | 02:49 am
I am grateful for all of you who visit and comment on this blog. As a form of creative expression, connecting with an online community and keeping family members updated - this really is a very reward...
Birthday Bash: Happy 9th Birthday Chaddy 11 Feb 2013 | 02:06 am
Yes it's that time of the year again, one of my 'babies' is getting older again. Chad is now officially 9. My baby boy. Yes I know he is not a baby anymore but I think all my children will always be m...
Birthdays Bash: Ethan my 11 year old hero 10 Feb 2013 | 11:00 pm
Ethan - the one who perseveres, that's what his name means but who would have thought that he would have such a love for life! As long as he is outdoors, or messing with tools, building or breaking -...