Semester overview

How quickly time flies when you are having fun! Home schooling has been an amazing adventure so far. Teaching Ethan was a challenge in the beginning but now it brings so much joy! He is totally getting his letters and sounds. He wants to move forward and longs for his reward-his own library card. Christian's spelling has improved 110%. He was already a great speller but his vocabulary has increased and he can spell knowledge and rarely misses a word. He enjoys everything he learns. He is a natural student. Kara wants to cuddle and sit in my lap and willingly tries whatever I ask of her. She has an amazing mastery of her sounds and can identify her letters quickly. She loves competing with Ethan. Ethan tries hard to stay ahead of her. The competition is getting him to stay on task! I am so thankful the Lord called me to this. My fear of not getting things done around here has not been realized. The kids are sorting laundry, putting things away and swapping loads for me. They sweep and wipe down the table. They work together to get upstairs clean. The cooperation in our family has been delightful to experience. We are less busy and are more peaceful. With Albert graciously helping to teach them math and science I still have two or three days a week to do ministry, go to appointments, and go grocery shopping. The Lord has truly rewarded our meager efforts in all this.