Wrinkles for our Brains

Hard at Work

2011-10-01T20:16:00.004-04:00

Day 3 ~Time 4 Learning

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We did a lesson in Math tonight and she loved it!

Very cool Video

2011-08-03T22:43:00.000-04:00

Day 2 ~Time 4 Learning

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Today I was able to take a 2nd look around Time 4 Learning.
As I browsed around and reviewed the Lessons I really began to see how this could give us more ideas and practice in the areas of Science and Social Studies.

Kirsten did her 1st lesson last night after she finished her book. I piqued her interest as I blogged about the new program. :-)

She really enjoyed it.
Today when I got home from work she was ready to jump on again and do some more of the science lessons.
She completed 2 whole sections and took the quizzes at the end and still wanted to do more.

I've printed out the lesson plans for 1st - 3rd grade to see if we may be able to formulate a plan based on Kirsten's interests. I may see if she wants to try some of the math activities. We have been using IXL for her math practice, but if the math lessons here at Time 4 Learning are anything like the science she did tonight we may well consider canceling the IXL account. Time will tell. We still have 28 days to try it out.

Kirsten said this little guy was creepy, bobbing his head up and down when she answered a question right!

Kirsten's Book

2011-08-02T23:55:00.000-04:00

Day 1 ~Time 4 Learning

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Today we received confirmation for Time 4 Learning.
At first glance, it seemed to be a little more complicated that I anticipated.
After reviewing the help links:
http://www.time4learning.com/login/getting_started2.shtml
http://www.time4learning.com/hints/hints.htm

I was able to log in and tinker around with it for a bit.
After logging in and reviewing the lessons, I decided to make a request and customize the grade level for each subject. (Which I think is a really cool feature)
You can also look up the activity number for different levels and bring up specific activities.

I searched and searched on how to assign work so that Kirsten could log in and see what I wanted her to complete for the day and found this:
http://www.time4learning.com/hints/Hints_Assignments.shtml
I'm a little disappointed that this feature is not available to individuals.
As a full time working homeschool mom, it is almost essential that I'm able to make assignments for independent work after my child is familiar with the basic mechanics of the program.

Since we are more of a relaxed-eclectic type of homeschool family, I'm not sure how this will work for us yet. We've never really followed a set curriculum or firm schedule.
As I'm typing this @ 11:30 pm, Kirsten is sitting at the table writing a story. (Her idea, not mine) She knows that we have a new program for her to try but she hasn't wanted to give it a go yet.

I plan to review some more of the lesson plans tomorrow and will update again after Kirsten does a couple of the activities.

Time for Learning

2011-08-01T19:11:00.001-04:00

I've been invited to try Time4Learning for one month in exchange for a candid review.
Time4Learning can be used for homeschool, afterschool and summer skill sharpening.
Be sure to come back and read about my experience.

http://www.time4learning.com/

July 2011 - part 2

2011-07-30T15:56:00.000-04:00

Passing ThunderStorms left us a nice puddle!

Log Jumping

Love the sound of a waterfall.

These rocks are always changing.

Heart shaped Leaves

We thought it was a skull, but it's a pelvic bone!

Heading Home

July 2011

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September 2010 Stained Glass Art

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Mix tempra paint and a little dish soap and paint!

Wordless Wednesday ~On Thursday!

2009-12-17T01:22:00.004-05:00

Activities for homeschoolers

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We are joining a fantastic co-op program that meets on Thursdays from 8:30-12, Legacy Co-op in Gaffney:
http://legacyhs.blogspot.com/.

The Cowpens Library holds a monthly homeschool program and every Tuesday is Family night with the kids at the Main Branch.

Many of the community branches also have activities for homeschoolers.

Check out their calendar:

http://www.infodepot.org/

Scrapbook Creations holds a monthly class.You must register in advance.

It's only $5 a class and it's well worth it: http://www.scrapbkcreations.com/page/page/1165014.htm

Kirsten decided she wanted to take ballet this year after taking Gymnastics last year at Spartanburg Gymnastics. She misses Gymnastics but really loves all the friends she's made @ ballet.

Spartanburg Gymnastic is where she went: http://www.spartanburggymnastics.com/

There is also Kozeev's, but we have never been there: http://www.kozeev.com/

The Chapman Cultural Center also has quite a bit to offer; the Colors art program:

http://www.spartanburgartmuseum.org/colors/

also more info on classes and such here:

http://www.chapmanculturalcenter.org/

http://www.balletspartanburg.com/

November 20, 2009

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Mild November weather!

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A trip to Clifton Beach November 3rd!

Happy Halloween!

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Here is a cool edit I did of Kirsten for Halloween.

Given a choice......Homeschool!!!!!!

2009-09-20T23:04:00.004-04:00

After deciding to give public school a try, Kirsten has decided it's going to be much more fun to homeschool and "do our own thing".

I am so thrilled that she made this decision all on her own.

In the 3 weeks that she was in public school I could see that her love for art had started to be undermined. She said, "I don't like art." ????? She has always loved art!

She didn't want me to read to her either.....????? Not normal for her at all.

Our 1st week and we are back into "our" swing and loving it!

I was actually nominated to the School Improvement Council. I was stoked for that. I really wanted a voice. However, even though I could still serve as a community member, children aren't allowed at the meetings.

Ahem.......

yeah, School Improvement at it's best.....excluding the kids huh?

August 21st 2009 to September 11 2009

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1st day of Kindergarten

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do what????

Yes,

after leaving a pretty darn good job so that we could homeschool and persue gymnastics and dance my girl has decided she wants to go to Kindergarten!

She is so excited!

I just really pray that she keeps that love for learning.

Maybe it will be a little different for her, knowing that she really doesn't have to go to school.

I didn't feel like it would be right for me to not let her experience this.

She would have felt like she was missing something which is exactly what I don't want for her.

I want her to enjoy life and learn a little everyday.

For now, we are taking things one day at a time.

Purry Murray

2009-07-04T15:44:00.003-04:00

July 3rd 2009

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Ice cream for breakfast

To make colored pasta for crafts.....

Mix rubbing alcohol and food coloring.

Add pasta shapes, soak 15 minutes.

Drain on paper towels!

Use for crafts....NOT food!

Cottonwood Trail

2009-05-22T06:57:00.000-04:00

Lawson's Fork

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Precious little love notes!

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After mama burned the grilled cheese.......

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Kirsten said, "Sissy's are much better!"

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Building

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What we've been reading:

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Why do birds sing? Arvetis, Chris.
Paint without brushes Wilmes, Liz.
From head to toe Carle, Eric.
The mixed-up chameleon Carle, Eric.
Gymnastics essentials : safety and equipment Jones, Jen.
Gymnastics events : floor, vault, bars, and beam Jones, Jen.
Beginning gymnastics Jensen, Julie, 1957-
The gymnastics book : the young performer's guide to gymnastics Schlegel, Elfi.
The spirit Burstein, John.
Why is it dark? Arvetis, Chris.
NASCAR in the pits Stewart, Mark, 1960-
What is a butterfly? Arvetis, Chris.
Math play! McGowan, Diane, 1956-
The between the lions book for parents : everything you need to know to help your child learn to read Rath, Linda K.
More mudpies to magnets : science for young children Sherwood, Elizabeth A.
Look what I can do Aruego, Jose.
Cat tricks Baker, Keith, 1953-
Kiss the cow Root, Phyllis.
Neighborhoods Barr, Marilynn G.
More than magnets : exploring the wonders of science in preschool and kindergarten Moomaw, Sally, 1948-

February 2009

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Pics here:

http://picasaweb.google.com/woman.evolving/022409#

Kirsten's 1st trip to the beach

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More pictures here:
http://picasaweb.google.com/woman.evolving/MyrtleBeach#

What we've been reading

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D.W. flips! Brown, Marc Tolon.

One hungry monster : a counting book in rhyme O'Keefe, Susan Heyboer.

Rapunzel Isadora, Rachel

My friend the monster Taylor, Eleanor

Do not open this book! Muntean, Michaela

There was an old lady who swallowed a fly Taback, Simms

Giant meatball Weinstock, Robert

Splat the cat Scotton, Rob

Kay Thompson's Eloise's what I absolutely love love love Thompson, Kay

Glues, brews, and goos : recipes and formulas for almost any classroom project Marks, Diana F.

Amazing you : getting smart about your private parts Saltz, Gail.

Human body Calabresi, Linda.

Ridiculous ~Michael Coleman
My Bug Book ~Stewart
Bad Kitty ~Nick Bruel
ABC ~John Burningham
Bedtime ~Christine Anderson
Maria Molina and the Day of the Dead ~Kathleen Krull

A little catching up!

2009-02-17T11:02:00.003-05:00

Over the past few months Kirsten has began to write and asks me to spell words for her to write out. She draws pictures and letters and will ask me what the letters spell.

I received a free sample of tampons in the mail the other day that she insisited on opening. She opened one box then another and upon finding the tampons asked "Why did they send you toilet scrubbers?".

She goes to gymnastics once a week and loves to dance and play and do tricks on her swingset.

We just got back from the beach. Her sissy turned 21 so we took off and had a blast!

.......so for now, we continue to live and love and enjoy our days.

What we've been reading

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http://womanevolving.blogspot.com/2008/10/what-we-have-been-reading.html

October 2008

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October 2008

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Getting ready for Halloween!

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September 26, 2008

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The end of the day 9-23-08

2008-09-23T18:41:00.002-04:00

After 4 hours at Monkey Joe's, 45 minutes in Food Lion and about 30 minutes at the library........I think we are pooped out! :-)

A day at Monkey Joe's part 3

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A day at Monkey Joe's Part 2

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A Day at Monkey Joe's Part 1

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August 2008

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August 2008

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August 2008

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A lesson in trust

2008-09-04T15:46:00.001-04:00

http://womanevolving.blogspot.com/2008/09/lesson-in-trust.html

A Valuable Resource!!!

2008-08-30T01:03:00.002-04:00

http://homeschoolfreebie.wholesomechildhood.com/

This is a wonderful website that has a new freebie everyday.
Take a few minutes and check them out.

The Snake Story

2008-07-19T12:07:00.007-04:00

On Tuesday we found a little green snake in the backyard.

Isn't he adorable???

On Wednesday, we got to know him a little better......
We think he's a "Rough Green Snake"

We really wanted to keep him!!
Well........Kirsten, Mom and Sheena wanted to keep him......Daddy and Cody were not as happy about him staying in the house.

......So we let him go in the tall grass of the flower garden and said goodbye.

Sheena was sitting by the window at the computer on Friday Morning and looked who popped his head over a tall sunflower to say hello......

I hope he sticks around for awhile :-)

New Buddies

2008-07-17T16:27:00.000-04:00

Making Memories

2008-07-15T16:45:00.001-04:00

What we are reading now

2008-06-25T13:12:00.002-04:00

Inside Ralphie, from The Magic School Bus

Lots of feelings
Rotner, Shelley.

Grump
Wong, Janet S.

Don't forget to come back!
Harris, Robie H.

Sad
Medina, Sarah,

Bat time
Horowitz, Ruth.

Jealous
Medina, Sarah,

Bossy bear
Horvath, David.

Share and take turns
Meiners, Cheri J.

Let's talk about when your pet dies
Johnston, Marianne

Mid June 2008

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Letting them go......

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Books we are reading now

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One, Two, Skip a Few! First number rhymes, Illustrated by roberta Arenson
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
One Hungry Monster by Susan heyboer O'Keefe
Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak

Birthday Party #4

2008-06-08T13:37:00.000-04:00

More pictures:
http://flickr.com/photos/dazynay/sets/72157605491599806/

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Saturday May 3rd, 2008

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Today we played w/ Shadoe.

They played on the swings, in the sandbox, and on the trampoline.

They colored and drew some pictures.

We went to the Dollar Tree and spent $5 each, then came home and did our nails.

We had tacos for dinner and then we were so tired from playing all day that we went right to sleep.

What we are reading now.......

2008-04-29T19:37:00.001-04:00

Ten Seeds
~Ruth Brown

The Princess and the Frog
~Margaret Nash

The Beautiful Butterfly *A Folktale from Spain
~retold by Judy Sierra

April 2008

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http://womanevolving.blogspot.com/2008/04/april-2008-our-month-in-pictures-part-1.html

http://womanevolving.blogspot.com/2008/04/april-2008-our-month-in-pictures-part-2.html

http://womanevolving.blogspot.com/2008/04/april-2008-our-month-in-pictures-part-3.html

http://womanevolving.blogspot.com/2008/04/april-2008-our-month-in-pictures-part-4.html

Tuesday, March 11 2008

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See here for pics of our day today.

http://dazynay.myphotoalbum.com/

We found a duck's nest at the park today!

Monday, March 10 2008

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Playing Dress up w/ Sheena and singing me, me, me, me, me, but not yet making her voice go up and down w/ her arm!

Sheena Nay taking self-portraits! Isn't she a princess too???

We all walked up to Papa's house, but Kirsten wouldn't get her picture made! lol, I guess she had enough picture taking for the day!

Sunday, March 9th 2008

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Making faces at Daddy,

Blowing Giant bubbles,

Playing Princess Memory w/ Cody while Paula snores.

Cutting Bread

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Cutting the crust off her bread.

Kirsten said, "I can do it myself mama!"

.......and she can.

:-)

A Nap with Cleo

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Cleo, good little guard kitty that she is, keeping Kirsten company as she naps.

Making Play Dough

2008-03-08T07:05:00.003-05:00

This is something fun and inexpensive to do.

The recipe is super easy!

2 cups flour
3/4 - 1 cup salt
2 cups water
2 tbsp baby oil ~you can use vegetable oil too but the baby oil smells better and doesn't go rancid
2 tbsp cream of tarter
food coloring

Combine dry ingredients
add oil and water
mix well
microwave 1 minute, stir
microwave 1 minute, stir
repeat this process until you have mashed potato like consitency
let it cool and knead it well ~ knead, knead, knead!!!!
you may have to add more flour if it's too sticky
Store in ziplock bags!

Learning Numbers

2008-03-08T06:59:00.003-05:00

Everyday things are the most helpful when a child is learning.

For numbers we practice on the microwave, the remote controls, the telephone, measuring cups and spoons.....anything that has numbers!

Whenever I put something into the microwave I tell Kirsten what numbers to push! ......and she loves it! lol

It's the little things that count!

Making Music

2008-03-07T12:28:00.000-05:00

Saturday March 1st, through Tuesday March 4th 2008

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Saturday was beautiful. The wind could be a little cool when you stepped out of the sunshine, but otherwise a perfect day. We went to McDonald's and played on the playground then went to the big park. We were out for most of the day. On Sunday we had lunch at Aunt Pat's house. Then we went to the little park. Today has been rainy. We've been lazy for the most part, watching TV and the rain. We went out and splashed in puddles after the rain let up. Supper is in the oven and we are getting ready to paint and have arts and craft time.

Piggy Tails and Funny Faces

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Kirsten's Dance 2-28-2008

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Fun w/ Panty Liners 2-27-2008

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Kirsten found a box of panty liners today and said "ooohhhhh, BIG bandaids"!!!!

She then proceeded to "bandage" herself.

Here are some pics from today.

Pictures on the Fridge

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Here are some pictures that were on the fridge.

Notice how her drawings are becoming more than just lines and circles.

Self Portrait and making a prince and princess 2-16-2008

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We put our hair up in "piggy-tails" then did arts and crafts.

Making Valentine Cards 2-10-2008

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We had so much fun!

Mad Scientists Cleaning up

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I bought 2 of these little Caboodles bath sets at Christmas time. I just couldn't throw out the containers.

~They were way too cool! Just like test tubes. We filled them w/ a little bath paint, a little water and shook them up. We mixed red and yellow to make the orange.

~February 3rd, 2008 ~Sunday

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Today we have played w/ play doh, mixing colors and making "swirlies." We painted more envelopes for Valentine and Birthday swaps and have jumped on the trampoline. Here we are making funny faces for the camera. One of the latest fad of the time! lol

January 15th, 2008 ~Tuesday~

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This morning Kirsten woke up all snotty and not feeling well.
I gave her some medicine and we snuggled and played in bed all day.

We painted envelopes and birthday cards for cyber friends. This was the first time she has done this and had an absolute ball! We even had to paint the envelopes!

January 4th 2007 ~Friday~

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Today we have been talking about bats. Kirsten is fascinated with them. It started out with Sheena telling Kirsten bat and vampire stories. She asked me to tell her more so we got online and looked up different kinds of bats.
We got to ride the elevator when I went to drop off the application for United Way funding for Hunters for the Hungry. Then to the dollar store to buy some craft supplies. We made glitter glue paintings and strung beads on some thread.
We made flubber on Tuesday and both Cody and Kirsten loved it!
On Monday Sheena and Kirsten made a paper mache sunshine then on Thursday they painted it and went to the park.
It's been a nice week!

Flubber Recipe:
Solution A:
1 & 1/2 cups warm water
2 cups Elmers Glue
Food Coloring

Solution B:
4 teaspoons Borax
1 & 1/3 cup warm water

Mix solution A in one bowl
Mix solution B in another bowl
Dissolve both well!

Then pour solution A into solution B
DO NOT mix or stir! Just lift flubber out.
There will be a few stringy bits, depending on how you pour it and it may be seem a little sticky at first but w/ a little squishing and manipulation it's really neat. Not messy at all.
Use a glass bowl for Solution B and the kids can see the chemical reaction.
This makes enough for 4 children to have a nice chunk. Keeps indefinitely in sealed plastic bags! We even added glitter to some of Kirsten's!
You can half solution A and it will work the same.
ENJOY!

Monkey Platter!

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Credit for this idea goes to: http://sandradodd.com/eating/monkeyplatter
http://sandradodd.com/food

For those of you w/ picky eaters (and who isn't picky from time to time) and those who just worry that their kid isn't getting enough food or good food, try this. You'll be amazed! Here we have a couple of funyuns, a peanut butter bar, a pepperoni, a rolled up piece of ham, some shredded cheese, bacon bits and a couple of pickles. This changes almost every time we make it. Sometimes I plop down a spoon of peanut butter, fruit, whipped cream, orange slices...... Sometimes Kirsten likes to help make them and sometimes I just make one and put it on her table. She will graze through the morning or afternoon asking for more of what she likes and leaving the rest for the doggies to lap up later. Sometimes she asks for candy, chips and popsicles and other days she asks for veggies or eggs or steak. Trust that your child will eat when he or she is hungry and trust that they will get the nutrients they need. Really.......it's okay!

December 15th ~Saturday

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This morning was wonderful!
Kirsten and I woke up around 8:15 and snuggled in bed watching Mickey Mouse's Christmas Carols on Toon Disney.
After a bite to eat and a nice warm bath Kirsten logged on to noggin.com and played games for a little while. Since she has learned to use the computer mouse we spend an hour or so everyday finding new games to play.
Later in the afternoon we built a fort over her bed. Two old sheets and a few eye hooks turned her plain old bed into a cool new fort!
This evening we pulled out the paints and were making some pictures when the power went off. We lit candles and painted by the candle light for a while then Cody and Kirsten decided to play in the fort w/ flashlights.
It was so quiet and peaceful! No TV, no radio.............just the crackling of the fire and the sound of rain coming down.

Halloween 2007

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October 28th, 2007 ~Sunday~

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Today we slept in.
I woke up to a kiss and a smile. "Good Morning Mama"
A little snuggle time and a bite to eat. Then we broke out the new paint.
~Crayola washable kids paint 10 color~
Kirsten watched me as I poured a little of each color onto an old dish-drain mat I've had stuck in the cabinet. She painted her pictures 1st alone. After a quick clean up of arms and hands we then started round 2. This time Kirsten opened each paint and poured some onto the mat. She is showing more co-ordination with these tasks.
I painted too this time.
I had an ah-ha moment this morning.
Kirsten will paint with a few individual colors and then likes to mix everything up.
I have a compulsion to keep things "in their own box" so to speak.
As I put into practice the technique of examining agendas, I realized that it wasn't that Kirsten thought outside the box..................
It is that there is no box!!!

What would a world with no boxes be like?

October 17th, 2007 ~Thursday~

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Friday night we went to Broome's Homecoming game.
Kirsten had a pretty good time after the game -- she got to run on the field!
I've been working longer than usual hours. From 8am to 5:30 pm on Wed, Thur and Fri so time has been precious.

Today when I got home Kirsten was holding Lucy the lizard. She's a green anole lizard that is common here. Sheena and Kyle caught her for Kirsten. We have been misting her tank and feeding her crickets. She ran away for a day but came back the next morning for her morning cricket! How funny!!!! I was sure either Cleo or Rosco ~the cats~ had eaten her.

We went outside for a bit and ran around then came in and had something to eat. Kirsten wanted the jar of peanut butter and a spoon. She ate her fill and then we took a bath. The coolest spider is spinning a web right outside our front door. I wish I could get a picture but I got my camera wet and it's not happy anymore. :(

I'm being called now to sit and watch Monster's Inc. ~Our new favorite movie~ We've only watched it about 20 times since we got the new DVD player on Friday. But that's okay. My little night owl and I will enjoy our evening. Tomorrow is another long day for mom, but Sissy is coming to spend the day w/ Kirsten tomorrow.

October 17th, 2007 ~Catching up~

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Things we have been up to these past few weeks:

One Sunday afternoon I took Cody, Chris and Kirsten to Cleveland Park.
We examined the red eyes of a California Katydid.
We painted and drew pictures and just generally had a good time.

www.flickr.com

dazynay's Sept-Oct 2007 photoset

September 24th, 2007 ~Monday~

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Sunday was for family and fun.
We had family over and cooked out. The younger gang piled up on the computer to check out their myspace friends. Kirsten went back and forth with everyone. She is learning great social skills.

This morning, Monday, Kirsten said:
"Everybody came to my house yesterday. Are they coming today? Please mama?"

September 18th, 2007 ~Tuesday~

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Kirsten talking as she wrote her "name":
"I
K
11
12
13
14
five-teen
twenty-teen
thirty-teen,
there, see Mom, I wrote my name!"

September 17th ~Monday~

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Kirsten, Sheena, Cody and Chris play Uno.
Kirsten is learning to take turns, match colors and numbers, and interact socially with a variety of ages.

September 16th, 2007 ~Sunday~

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Went to Daddy's park today.
We rode the train and played.
Lots of social interaction and physical activity.

Imagination play is a daily thing now.
We switch roles.....mom is Kirsten and Kirsten is mom. She plays this w/ Daddy, Cody, and Sheena too. Sometimes she is a cat or dog and sometimes she is a beautiful princess who we have to save from the dragon or mud or sharks..........

September 14th, 2007 ~Friday~

2007-09-16T19:24:00.000-04:00

Played w/ a spool of balloon ribbon.
Talked about tension.

......Physics for a 3 year old!

September 13th, 2007 ~Thursday~

2007-09-16T19:19:00.000-04:00

Daddy and Kirsten played puzzles today.

Numbers, 0-9
Animals
Opposites

September 3rd, 2007 ~Labor Day Monday~

2007-09-16T19:10:00.000-04:00

Daddy packed up Kirsten and Cody and went to Nanaw's house to play horseshoes w/ the gang.
Mama came an hour or so later and we had a nice day of family, friends, fun and food!

See our pictures here:
Labor Day 2007

September 1st, 2007 ~Saturday~

2007-09-16T19:04:00.000-04:00

Up @ 10am
Baby Evan's 1st birthday party @ Papa Pete's house today.
8:00 pm: read Sesame Street Treasury V1
8:15: Asleep

August 30, 2007

2007-09-03T21:15:00.000-04:00

Up @ 7:30 mom to work
Eat oatmeal cream pies in bed w/ daddy! :)
10:30 To Mrs. Margaret's w/ Daddy and uncle Mark to work on A/C. Played w/ Venture.
2:00 Nap
4:00 Up -- ill and crying -- back to sleep w/ mom
5:00 Bad thunderstorms right over us. Lay under the blanket w/ mom and talked about the rain and thunder and seasons.
6:00 up -- Play w/ Daddy and Cody
8:30 -- Out to eat @ Mike's Cafe. Kirsten says "I want to eat at the hungry store". :-)
9:30 home -- played pretend --Kirsten was mom and mom was Kirsten.
10:30 TV and quite time w/ Rosco kitty.

Wednesday 8-29-07

2007-09-01T21:52:00.000-04:00

Mom to work @ 8am
Sissy and Kyle came over
9:00 up and dressed ~going to Pet-Co to look at the animals.
She told mom she saw lizards, frogs, turtles & birds.
3:00 mom home and went to Mrs. Margaret's house.
4:30 home - eat
5:30 Bath and TV time
6:30 Nap
8:00 up for play time w/ Chris and Cody.
~ Wrestling, running, physical activity
9:00 TV time, play, eat
10:00 Looked through the Charlie Brown Dictionary Vol 6 (Q-St)
~associated word/picture/letter combinations
~discussed pictures
~Talked about maps
10:30 repeat for V4 (I-Mo) w/dad
11:00 TV and quiet play time

Monday 8-27-07

2007-09-01T21:47:00.000-04:00

Mom went to work @ 8am
Sissy came over to stay
Finger-paint day w/ Sissy
Mom home @1:45
Play date @ 2:30
Trampoline jumping, dress up and lots of pretend!!!
*Social observation of student beginning to stand up for herself*
Nap @ 6:30
Up @ 8:30
Snack
TV time
9:45 Mama time ~helped cook bacon and grits

~Welcome~

2007-09-01T21:22:00.000-04:00

Welcome to:

A Wrinkle For My Brain

This is the official journal for our home-school.
We consider ourselves relaxed eclectic and believe that learning is a God given gift when we are born into this world, that only ends when we no longer exist here.