Category Archives: This and that

Why am I amazed….

Posted on September 26, 2013 by byhisdesign5

Why am I amazed when God does actually what He says He will do? I really can’t answer this question. Yet, I ask it every time….every time He provides. Every time He shows off! Every time He answers a prayer! … Continue reading →

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a life of gratitude (1110 – 1138)

Posted on October 30, 2012 by byhisdesign5

This is my heart cry, though none go with me The cross before me, the world behind me I will follow You. No turning back, no turning back This is my anthem: my life for Your fame, My every move bring … Continue reading →

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Exploring NOLA

Posted on October 20, 2012 by byhisdesign5

We spent some time exploring this amazing city that we are calling home during this part of our journey. We started our day at Cafe du Monde enjoying some beignets… We had a beignet book club and discussed the book that … Continue reading →

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From Public School to Homeschooling – You can do it!!!

Posted on July 11, 2012 by byhisdesign5

Ok….so I am at the beach with your church’s youth group. Internet connection is really “iffy.”  Once again, I am basically unplugged without planning on being unplugged. And once again, the Lord knows best!!!! He is truly amazing. Today I … Continue reading →

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I love summertime!

Posted on June 1, 2012 by byhisdesign5

In my life this week… I love summertime. The slower pace. Visiting with friends. Going on grand adventures. I can understand the rationale behind year around school. However, I love the laid back, free to be spontaneous summertime. So – … Continue reading →

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Let’s Eat Some Bugs

Posted on April 10, 2012 by byhisdesign5

Really! We did eat bugs. But more than that we had a great time at the Insectarium celebrating Lil Sis” completion of Apologia”s Flying Creatures of the Fifth Day. YEA!!!! We love Apologia Science and will, definitely, continue using it … Continue reading →

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a week of testing….

Posted on April 7, 2012 by byhisdesign5

In my life this week… Well, it has been an eventful week. Yet, there is not really much to report. We have been dealing with thunderstorms, tornadoes, flooding, and testing. I have been dealing with a painful foot. Not sure … Continue reading →

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Preparing…..

Posted on April 4, 2012 by byhisdesign5

I don”t if any of my homeschooling friends have started yet, but I have started the overwhelming task at browsing through curriculum for next year.  Definitely – overwhelming!  We are more of an eclectic homeschooling family – meaning we use several … Continue reading →

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That is sssooooo gross….

Posted on March 7, 2012 by byhisdesign5

We went to the new “Animal Grossology” exhibit at the Audubon Aquarium. It was completely unrelated to anything that we are studying, but it sounded so fun that I couldn”t resist. We learned about the pheromones. At that station, we … Continue reading →

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