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Saturday, March 18, 2023

An app for making mom friends

If you are having trouble making new friends as a mom then I highly recommend this app. I have the free version but really enjoy it. It has been wonderful for connecting with women friends; mostly moms, from all around the world. The local moms and I are able to meet for brunch, play dates, or homeschooling field trips. You do not have to be a mom to use the app; it is for any woman.

Whether you are shy or very outgoing; there is something you can enjoy on the app. One feature I really love are called pods on the app; which are similar to podcasts. You have nothing to lose by just giving a try since it is free to download and use. There are additional paid features I have yet to check out but I am sure they are great.

Yesterday another nice friend from the app met up with me for appetizers. It was great to get out of the house after a stressful day I had with a work project I had been dealing with. Just having someone to vent and chat with made a huge difference! Lots of women could benefit from just more socializing; I sure do. Try the app today!

Saturday, November 27, 2021

Homeschooling

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Homeschooling is something I have always wanted to do; even before becoming a mom. I hear so many people say they feel stressed out while homeschooling and you do not have to be. Being a homeschooling parent or teacher does not have to be like a traditional school. You will have to abide by certain laws within your own state of course but this homeschooling guide will help you with some ways to at least keep your little learner more entertained and excited throughout the journey. Check out some of my homeschooling finds here to help you stay more organized or inspired!

As for homeschooling parents; I feel your pain! It honestly took me almost two full years to really get a grasp at what I was doing. Sit down and really educate yourself on curriculum's. There are even homeschooling conventions that are in some areas. Search for local homeschooling groups in your area to see if they have fun things going on or have information on curriculum's they use if you are unsure where to begin.

What I did is just did some basic internet research on laws in my area on how I should home-school. Luckily my state provided me a couple of options. You may even have to change curriculum's a few times; that is okay! Besides...if a child is not learning a certain way or enjoying what they are doing; why not switch the way they are being taught versus dreading doing the school work weekly?

Overtime I have made a schedule where we try to start homeschooling after lunch and take breaks. Throughout the year of course we do normal things children in regular school do. Soccer practice, Karate...you name it. We stay so busy so I never understood the whole thing about homeschooling children not getting interaction with other children. That is nonsense; homeschooling is what you make it!

As a reward for nice behavior and practicing listening skills; I reward my homeschooler with a field trip of their choice in the area. You could even do a treasure box. It depends on the type of learner you have and what motivates them.

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