Summer Time Pictures!

Summer Fun!

Conor Turn's 3!

Conor's birthday comes right on Dance Recital Friday! So we celebrated a week early.  Tomorrow is his official 3 year old birthday!  May 21, 2010! I can't believe what a big boy he is getting to be.  Time seems to be flying by.  This may have something to do with the fact that he is my official last baby.  This makes me sad... and relieved at the same time.  That is a strange combination of feelings! LOL!!

He has also moved from the terrible (although terrible is still how we describe some of his actions) two's and moved onto the trying 3's!  He knows how to say his ABC's in English and French. He knows how to count to 30 and he knows quite a lot of Spanish words.  He is growing and learning everyday!  We have been finding out how advanced he is physically as well.  So blessed are we. =) Here are a handful of pictures from the party.

Dancing>>>>>>>Recital Time is near!!

Baptism Better late than never

We finally baptized our daughter Sarah and son Conor.  We were too late to baptize Sean.  He has reached the age of reason.  He is enrolled in RCIA religious education classes.  He has 1 more year to go until he is baptized, 1st reconciliation, 1st Holy Communion, and Confirmation.  Sarah would reach the age in September. 

We had my brother Bill and sister Michelle to be the God Parent's. here are some of our pictures.

Struggles of Homeschool

I have been having some problems with the kids recently.  The problem is that since the kids have been in a regular school setting it is hard to keep them motivated in their basic education and seat work.  All the extra and exploritative stuff seems to go over famously but the regular work seems to be a thorn in my side.  The kids won't buckle down or focus.  Discipline is different and slightly more difficult.  Having been in a traditional class room, I may have more challenges adjusting to this difference.  

Honestly, sometimes I think that this is not something I really want to do.  It is hard and discouraging.  Then something happens and we have a good day.. and the enthusiasm is up...and their is a sense of renewal.  I think maybe I can do this.  My mentor reminds me that it take 3 years to become comfortable with the homeschooling process.   I feel embarrassed to admit that I feel a lot like maybe I am not doing what is best for my children. I know the schools are geared up to make you think you can't do it all on your own.  I only hope that in the end if I continue soon I will see that I am meant to do this and that it is working! 

Frustration is my first, middle, and sometimes Last name! UGH! 

Riley's Farm Field Trip (Revolutionary War Times)

Our homeschooling group CHEBA arranged for a wonderful field trip to Riley's Farm. The kids studied about the Revolutionary War and the cultural times in preparation for the trip. The kids were so excited to fight the "RED COATS"! They had an amazing time! Here are a few pictures of what happened.