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20 Public School Things We Kissed Goodbye for Homeschooling

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Homeschooling isn't exactly easy, but public school also has its own things that irritate and exhaust me. Check out the 20 things that drove me nuts when my daughter was in public school and how homeschooling has changed and benefited our family now!
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I think people feel a little bit sorry for me that I homeschool. I feel like they imagine this very stressful and suffocating existence, where I am never without my kids. I work tirelessly doing something that the government has offered to do for free. Truthfully, there are hard days. I have to figure out…

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All, Encouragement

What Every Homeschool Mom Wishes You Would Stop Asking

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Are you a homeschool mom who is tired of the rude comments and questions from friends, family, and strangers? Check out the top 3 worst questions/comments and how to handle them like the homeschool mom boss you are!
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Have you ever had someone ask you a question that was very rude…but it was asked in a really innocent and kind way? It can be rather shocking. And sadly it happens to me on the regular as a homeschool mom. Sometimes I find myself tongue-tied and don’t even know how to respond. Well, that’s…

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How to Fight Off the Homeschool Slump

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Are you struggling with a homeschool slump? Feeling blah, unmotivated and bored? Kids not having fun anymore? Just waiting for the year to be over? You need to shake things up! Check out these 5 tips to get your homeschool mojo back in gear!
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You might be in a homeschool slump if….you feel a little relieved that one of your kids is sick and you’re off the hook for school today. You might be in a homeschool slump if…you have to force your face to smile and say “It’s time for school kids!” but on the inside you feel…

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The 3 Worst Ways to Decorate a Pumpkin with Kids

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Looking for a fun ideas to decorate a pumpkin with your kids? Let me guide you around these epic Pinterest no carve pumpkin fails - you will be so thankful you didn't try them!
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Looking for some creative, inspired ideas to decorate pumpkins with your kids this fall? I can’t really help you with that. Sure, I wish I was one of those DIY craft blogs with beautiful photos and videos of my perfect pumpkins. But I have come to realize that is just not going to happen for…

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When the Homeschool Doubts Set in

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Are you having doubts about your decision to homeschool? You are in good company! Myself and many other homeschool moms have been where you are at! Let me share my actionable steps that will help you work through your fears and encourage your heart!
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Serious confession time: I had a period of real doubt about my decision to homeschool… just a couple of weeks ago. A homeschooling friend of mine told me that she nearly put all her kids in school (for the first time!) this past year because the school work had become so challenging. She said, “I…

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Hello! My name is Lauren and welcome to my blog! I am the wife of an amazing husband and we have 3 sweet girls. I never, ever saw myself becoming a homeschooler, but our family has been so blessed by the choice to school at home. I am passionate about helping you get on your feet with your homeschool and encouraging you on your journey!

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