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10 Things #2to1 Conf Attendees Should Know About Me

Written by Joy
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It never fails, I am always a day late!  The link-up for this was posted yesterday and I am just now getting around to it.  I am truly excited to be going to the 2:1 Conference.  This will be  my first ever blogging or homeschooling conference and I am so glad that it is this one.  I love what 2:1 stands for and is trying to do for the homeschooling blogging moms out there.

Now on to the 10 things #2to1 Conference Attendees Should Know About Me!

1. I married my high school sweetheart and this year we will celebrate 20 years of marriage. We have 4 kids and have been homeschooling almost 10 years.  We have graduated one from homeschooling, who is now attending the local Community College.  I will have a 9th grader, 3rd grade and 2nd grader this next school year.

2. While I started a blog 4 years ago, I have only been serious about it the last couple of years.  I have learned so much from others, but looking to learn so much more from the 2:1 Conference.

3. When we started homeschooling, we didn’t have much encouragement from others.  No one understood why we wanted to homeschool and I was even told there was no way I could stay at home with my kids and teach them.  So from that, I have always wanted to be an encouragement to others who want to start or who have just started their homeschooling journey.

4. I read a lot of blogs.  I read a lot of homeschooling blogs.  I love to pass on posts that have touched my heart or have spoken to me in some way, hoping that they will help someone else in need of encouragement.

5. I love to laugh and I have been told that I laugh really loud! Oh, I also love to talk!!

6. I love caffiene!  Especially in the form of Coca Cola!!  Chocolate is also a very good friend of mine!

7. My camera will be with me, so be ready to have your picture taken.  I love to take lots of pictures on trips!

8. Even though I love to talk, I love taking a step back and watch people interact with one another.

9. This should have been first, but I love Jesus with all my heart and soul. I love talking about Jesus and what he has done for my family and I.

10. The 2:1 Conference will be my very first conference that I have gone to of any kind.  This one is special to me because it involves several things that mean a lot to me.  Homeschooling, blogging and “moms with hearts for God“.  My whole goal for coming to this conference is to learning more about the backbone of blogging so that I might better help others in the future.  I want to help encourage others to follow God and what He would have them do for their family.  So a BIG THANK YOU goes out to See The Light in helping to sponsor my way to the 2:1 Conference!

If you have any other questions you want to ask me, just leave me a comment!

 

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2:1 Conference, I’m Going, Are YOU??

Written by Joy
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2:1 Conference, I’m Going, Are YOU??

I am so excited!  I am going to the 2:1 Conference this year!  What is 2:1 Conference? This comes straight from their website:

“2:1 is the premier conference for bloggers like you – mothers, in the trenches of homeschooling, with hearts for God.  What are your desires for your faith, your homeschool, your blog this year?  Would you like these to grow in His grace?  Then join us.
You must teach what is in accord with sound doctrine. ~ Titus 2:1
This conference is based on Titus 2:1, but we’re not here to indoctrinate you.  This is a welcoming home for all denominations to come together, make new friends, be encouraged in homeschool and learn about social media – all with biblical principles and foundations. 
2:1 has a knowledgeable and fun group of speakers waiting to share their expertise.  We’re ready to laugh with you, grow with you — and hug your neck!  We’ll see you there.”

When I first learned about the conference last year, I knew this was the one conference that I wanted to attend.   I just had to figure out a way to get there.  While I thought the price of the ticket was worth it, I just didn’t know how I could work it into our budget.  Thanks to the help from The Homeschool Village, See The Light decided to sponsor me!  I am so thankful and blessed that See The Light is giving me a chance to go to the conference.

Why do I want to attend this conference over any of the other conferences that are out there?  I love what 2:1 Conference stands for.  They want to help moms like me who love God, loves to share my faith and who love to blog learn more about social media to help others who homeschool.  Ever since I started homeschooling, I have always wanted to help new homeschooling families begin their journey.  I want to encourage them and help them any way I can.  Social media is one of the best ways to do that in this day and time.

As you can tell, I am extremely excited.  I am also thankful that God saw fit to allow everything to work out to where I could attend.  It is my goal to go to this conference, to learn as much as I can and come back to share it with all of my readers.  I would love to know if any of my readers will be attending this conference.  I would love to meet as many of you as I can.  Just look for a short and fluffy blonde headed blue-eyed chick with a grin from ear to ear!

Blessings!
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See The Light Review

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See The Light Review

I have been looking for an art curriculum for my children and I do believe I have found the one that is right for our family. It is See The Light art curriculum with master artist Pat Knepley.  They have an awesome team of artists that teach children from the basics.  The lessons come 4 to a Volume (dvd) and are about 10-15 minutes long.    They have 9 volumes out.   See The Light also has several story DVD’s where they tell a bible story and also include art lessons.

Come on by The Homeschool Village to read the rest of my review of See The Light!

2012, See The Light, The Homeschool Village

on a roll with school..

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on a roll with school..

We are back on track for the year of 2012.  We started our second week this past Monday morning and are having a wonderful time.  I am very thankful to have kids who love school and love to learn.  As for curriculum, not much has changed from the first half of the school year.  I have actually added a couple of more subjects.

For my younger two kids, we are still using Bob Jones Math, grades 1 and 2.   I have added Bob Jones Phonics/English for 1st grade.  We are still using Hooked on Phonics and I have now added their Bonus workbooks as well.  For science, I am continuing on with Apologia’s Botany.  This semester, I have added art for all three of my kids.  We are using See The Light art curriculum. I am really excited about this art curriculum and will be dedicating another post, just for it. Mystery of History is still our choice for history.  I am loving how they have short lessons and easy to do projects for the kids.



The kids really got into their lesson on Monday.  We read about Egypt, pharaohs and mummies!  The kids enjoyed hearing how the pyramids were built and how the Egyptians were mummified.  My oldest daughter showed our kids this really cool website that takes you through each step of mummification. 

We decided to do a little mummifying of our own!  The kids took a couple of their stuffed animals and we wrapped toilet paper around them until they were completely covered.
 
Then, I told the kids we were going to wrap them up just like a mummy.  Their older sister decided to help out!  How often can you wrap up a sibling in toilet paper?   😉
Samuel volunteered to go first!
 
I am thinking older sibling might be enjoying this a little too much!
 

What has been your favorite part of school so far this year? 

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2012, homeschooling, mummies, mystery of history, See The Light

on a roll with school..

Written by Joy
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on a roll with school..

We are back on track for the year of 2012.  We started our second week this past Monday morning and are having a wonderful time.  I am very thankful to have kids who love school and love to learn.  As for curriculum, not much has changed from the first half of the school year.  I have actually added a couple of more subjects.

For my younger two kids, we are still using Bob Jones Math, grades 1 and 2.   I have added Bob Jones Phonics/English for 1st grade.  We are still using Hooked on Phonics and I have now added their Bonus workbooks as well.  For science, I am continuing on with Apologia’s Botany.  This semester, I have added art for all three of my kids.  We are using See The Light art curriculum. I am really excited about this art curriculum and will be dedicating another post, just for it. Mystery of History is still our choice for history.  I am loving how they have short lessons and easy to do projects for the kids.



The kids really got into their lesson on Monday.  We read about Egypt, pharaohs and mummies!  The kids enjoyed hearing how the pyramids were built and how the Egyptians were mummified.  My oldest daughter showed our kids this really cool website that takes you through each step of mummification. 

We decided to do a little mummifying of our own!  The kids took a couple of their stuffed animals and we wrapped toilet paper around them until they were completely covered.
 
Then, I told the kids we were going to wrap them up just like a mummy.  Their older sister decided to help out!  How often can you wrap up a sibling in toilet paper?   😉
Samuel volunteered to go first!
 
I am thinking older sibling might be enjoying this a little too much!
 

What has been your favorite part of school so far this year? 

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2012, homeschooling, mummies, mystery of history, See The Light