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Gratituesday:Routines & Flurries

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I have tried in the past to have a minute to minute schedule for our school mornings.  I know that it works well & we get tons done.

BUT it stresses me out!  We get behind & I am running & hurrying then I start snapping & snarling at the kids.

NOT the reason I stay in this house to homeschool.

On the other hand I have found that our mornings go pretty much the same way every day—isn’t that a routine?  Isn’t that easier than making up a schedule for us to follow?  We follow  the routine that works itself out.  My job is more to make sure everyone keeps working on their tasks than to to tell them when to do those tasks.

I also know that if I wasn’t here(and sometimes I have to be gone for an early appointment) then the routine would be followed because that is what the kids normally do.

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This morning as the two littles took the dog outside we noticed that the first flurries are coming down. 

I am so thankful that because they are routinely outside this time of morning that they can go out & enjoy the first taste of winter.

As it has gotten colder out, I am so thankful that I have time to check my email & drink a cup of tea before starting school each morning.  Winter must come but I enjoy the warm house just as much.  I am NOT snow bunny!

Basic Morning Routine

Mom up/shower/quiet time—get kids up

Fix b’fast & check lunch/supper plans

Eat b’fast & do Bible time

Mom—dishes      Littles—exercise the dog       Elizabeth—teeth

Mom—tea & computer      Joshua—piano      Girls—start school

Mom & Joshua—start school

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Magical Moments

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One thing I want to give my children is to have a childhood that is filled with moments that they will remember for the rest of their lives. 

Exploring in far off places. 

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Yellowstone

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Washington, D.C.

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South Dakota

But more importantly I want them to know where they come from.  I want them to be close to and know their family. 

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That will keep them grounded when their lives change and God places them on different paths.  We joke about the Brush clan but truly that is what we are part of because we are close to all the aunts, uncles & cousins.  We spend time.  We celebrate birthdays and do picnics. 

This weekend was one of those magical moments for our family. 

We spent time with the cousins. 

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God in his wisdom has provided me(and my children) this sanctuary.  It shelters, builds and protects us.  Family is so important and I am thankful I married in to this one.

Wordless Wednesday: Creation

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Psalm 97

1

The LORD reigns, let the earth be glad;

   let the distant shores rejoice.

2

Clouds and thick darkness surround him;

   righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne.

3

Fire goes before him

   and consumes his foes on every side.

4

His lightning lights up the world;

   the earth sees and trembles.

5

The mountains melt like wax before the LORD,

   before the Lord of all the earth.

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The heavens proclaim his righteousness,

   and all peoples see his glory.

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A Big Love Affair

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Top 10 Reasons to drive a Suburban.

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  1. We camp.  Have you ever gone to Colorado or Yellowstone in a car with 8 passengers and their stuff?  Trust me a car would explode and so would I.
  2. 4 kids, 1 dog & a daddy who likes to be prepared for ANYTHING!  Can you say Boy Scout?
  3. I am short—I like to be able see what is coming.
  4. The kids like looking down on cars & making faces.
  5. Leg room.  I tried folding myself Into the back seat of a car the other day.  Wow how do you do that?
  6. Teenage drivers.  Your teen will not only be safe if he/she drives as Suburban but will be intimidated by parallel parking.  Therefore delaying the drivers test.(Evil laugh)
  7. I like telling the kids go get in the ‘Burban(not Bourbon).
  8. A large car balances the number of bikes we attach to the back—makes it SO much fun to park at Wal-mart.
  9. The seats are really just couches.  Very comfy for long drives.  Did I mention Yellowstone?
  10. It is good for my self-confidence.  All the little cars just seem to get out of the way when I switch lanes.  I must be someone important.

I am thankful our old Suburban passed inspection today without any needed repairs.

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