You know those days when you think the only thing holding you upright is your bones, some invisible heavy duty string and the good Lord's firm grip? Yes, well, I've been having one of those lifetimes. Ok, probably only the past 5 years or so, but seriously. Enough is enough already.....I am turning 40 in a few months and I am going to be working super hard to take back my health, both mentally and physically.
Isaiah 41:10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not
be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I
will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
For now I am going with the flow, getting things done when I have the strength and loving on my Kids. That's the most important thing to me. I have learned so much this year about the importance of loving on your kids, giving them an environment that supports them and nurtures them. In our school Bible time, Math, Reading and Art are the important areas we work on in some way every single day. History and Science usually comes in the form of reading and experimenting. We actually do a lot of History through art also.
Last week Kaden was talking about an aerodynamics class he took last year. We decided to dig around and find his old notes and pictures. There is so much out there to learn. I Love this about homeschooling....anything can be turned into a learning experience. We looked online and learned about flight patterns, airplane construction and we even added weather into the mix. Mahala was also able to join in and since she is much older she brought a lot of additional questions, knowledge and project ideas that enhanced learning for both of them. Sibling Education rocks, when you have a few of your kiddos working together not only does it make learning easier and fun, but it also promotes a close Family Bond. They will not ever forget the times they had growing up and learning side by side.
After a few hours of researching and recording what they had learned in their Journals we decided to paint some airplanes and fly them at the park. Kaden was going for a war plan look while Mahala went the more cartoon character look. I can't believe I don't have a picture of hers. :( She liked her plane so much she decided to take her second plane that wasn't painted yet to the park so her painted plane wouldn't get messed up. Kaden tried to reassure her that the battle scars would give it character, but she wasn't buying that. :)
When we arrived at the park we realized that it was extremely windy and flying these Styrofoam planes was going to take an act of God. Sure enough after 2 tries they took flight alright, but they flew straight to the back stop of the ball field. They were Not coming down anytime soon, but of course the kids both had to try jumping and rattling the fence. We gave up trying to get them down and played a game of Frisbee and tag. When we went back an hour or so latter they were still hanging on. Mahala had an idea to toss the Frisbee up to knock them down. After several tries between Kaden and Mahala we walked away owners of two wind beatened airplanes. HAHAHAHA
Fun times Homeschooling in the Mainc House!
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