Welcome to this week’s edition of the Homeschool Mother’s Journal. This week we are featuring Amy Roberts from Raising Arrows.
In my life this week…
My Grandpa’s funeral. The only grandpa I’ve ever known passed away this past week. Thankfully, nearly the entire family had just gathered a couple of weeks earlier for a family reunion and we were all able to see him. Amazing how God works!
Grandpa holding Baby Micah
Helpful homeschooling tips or advice to share…
Things like morning sickness and funerals are a major reason we homeschool year round. It took me several years before I was comfortable with going year round, but we absolutely love it!
I am inspired by…
This man.
My husband is one of those rare finds who is not only my biggest champion here on earth, but also my best friend. And he never fails to tell me like it is.
My favorite thing this week…
A few days reprieve from morning sickness! I’ll take anything I can get!
What’s working/not working for us…
Despite the morning sickness and my Grandpa’s funeral, we did manage to sneak in a few days of homeschooling. However, because I am sick, I’ve noticed I’m not staying on top of my older children who work almost entirely independently. Surprisingly, it is my 11 year old daughter who is staying on task and my 14 year old son (who typically is my responsible one) who is not. Perhaps a little training is in order?
Things I’m working on…
I need to start adding to my Wish List on PaperBackSwap so I can hopefully grab up some free books. I have a lot of credits right now, so I need to strike while the iron is hot and people are getting rid of last year’s homeschooling books!
I’m reading…
Upgrade by Kevin Swanson and the Psalms.
I’m cooking…
Nothing. My kids are doing a lot of the cooking right now due to the fact the kitchen makes my stomach turn. Praise the Lord for “big kids”!
I’m grateful for…
You guessed it – my big kids! (and my husband, and my mom, and my mother-in-law, and my step-mother-in-law…and every single person out there who has made my morning sickness a little easier to bear)
I’m praying for…
My Grandma. After 60 years of marriage, it won’t be easy not having Grandpa in the house. We are already talking of ways we can bless Grandma as she grieves.
A photo, video, link, or quote to share…
Baby #8! After 2 back to back miscarriages this winter and sonogram after sonogram of heartache, this photo is worth all the morning sickness in the world.
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Oh Amy- God bless your family during this time – I’m so sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear that your Grandpa has died. My thoughts are with you and your family today.
Congratulations on your newest little baby~!! Eight is Great~!!
) I’ve got 8 children.
my sister home schools year round
shes a proud of 8 too 
sori to hear about your grandpa
bless your kids for making the meals
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Praying for your family. I know how hard it is to lose your grandparents. All of mine have gone on and I still miss them. Also praying that your morning sickness eases up and so excited for you and your family! That is awesome!
We are going to be homeschooling year round as well as we take several trips to visit my family each year. We are taking a break right now but will be starting up again soon. Have a wonderful weekend!!
Congratulations Amy
Blessings to you and this new wee one.
hugs, prayers, and congratulations – what an emotional week!!
So sorry about the morning sickness, Amy! I hope it’s comforting to know that morning sickness is a very positive thing for expectant mamas. Thinking of you today!
Dear Amy, I am sorry for the loss of your Grandpa.
Congratulations on your new wee one.
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