An Update

Its been a while since I've been posting or even visiting many blogs. My resolve to stay off the computer more has been blessed as I went to the Lord for His assistance (isn't it amazing how much we try to do in our own strength, but only when we realize how utterly hopeless and weak we are and turn to Him do we actually achieve victory?!) I have found my days more full than ever, especially with the onset of spring and the desire to be OUTSIDE!! :-) So please forgive me for not being as "social" as usual.

I did want to stop in and give a general update on things, for those who are interested!

• Joel is chugging along with learning how to read! That boy was READY. He's on lesson 20 of "Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons" and loves it! He begs me to do several lessons a day, and I usually oblige. When it comes to learning how to read, I'm all about allowing the child to go at their own pace - fast or slow - because I know its what works best. He's also working on Math-U-See's Primer, which he really enjoys, as well.
  

• Judah started taking his first steps last weekend, and while no actual walking has ensued, he loves the attention it gets him and is always happy to show off his new skills for some applause! He's also trying to talk up a storm - he's always chattering away, and sometimes there's actual words we can understand!

• I fell off the running wagon for about 2 and a half weeks because of a rough chest cold I had gotten. This week I've started back up again, and also decided to alternate days with the "30-Day Shred". I think I need to be building more muscle. This morning I had sleep envy as I looked at how comfy Michael looked, sound asleep, in our dark, cool room, while the glaring red numbers of my clock showed 5:05 am. But overall I really do prefer getting up early and having the time I need to exercise and be in the Word before my busy day begins.

• We've been using Core P3/4 and P4/5 (the preschool Cores) from Sonlight with Joel and Nathan for a few weeks now, and I looooovvvveee them. The boys do, too! They always want MORE, even after we've sat on the couch reading for 45 minutes. 45 minutes! For a 3 and 5 year old?! Yes, the stories are that good. Even the older boys rush to finish their independent work so they can sit on the arms of the couch to listen in. I've also been reading through the books we'll be using once the older boys start Core 3 at the end of the summer, and I have alot of confidence we'll be loving it, as well.

• Speaking of homeschooling, we're just about to wrap up another year! We'll be done with all of our LA and Math by June, and our Geography (My Father's World Exploring Countries and Cultures) will take a little longer. Its been a fun year, but we took too many "little" breaks here and there and now I'm feeling like its dragged out a bit too long. But that might just be spring fever talking ;-)

I think that's about all the news that's fit to print here at the Robinson Household! I hope everyone is having a blessed Springtime!