7 Quick Takes Friday (Vol 76)
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I can’t believe how much we accomplished last weekend! The baby clothes are now washed and ready and the cradle is assembled and waiting. The small boys room is painted and they moved back into their room. The lounge room was re-claimed and the games cupboard moved to the lounge room. A very productive weekend.
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Jem has taken a liking to a very strange sandwich combination; peanut butter and Vegemite! No matter how much I plead otherwise, he is determined to eat this!!
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Elana, of the Gluten Free Almond flour cookbook fame, our absolute favourite cookbook, is releasing a new book on April 26th Gluten Free Cupcakes🙂 Just this week we made some of her cupcakes and we very pleased with the result.
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I recently caught up with an old family friend who was an unschooler a decade ago. Her boys have gone on to achieve amazing feats in software design, both internationally and in the Australian arena. One son was recently asked to teach classes at a private University, they were very keen to have him, however it transposed, because he didn’t have a University degree they couldn’t hire him. So they have asked him to write their textbooks instead. This story just appeals to my sense of ridiculousness.
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If you haven’t already, I suggest you check out the ‘new blog on the block’; Australian Catholic Families. Brainchild of Sue Elvis, this blog showcases a variety of posts from Australian Catholic bloggers.
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Last year we began using the Didache series with our older teens. Carpenter and I read his book together and discuss, the deeper I delve into these books the more impressed I am with their depth and solidness. We have lots of wonderful discussions, many are jumping off points from our readings. Rich, searching discussions are my favourite part of homeschooling, treasured time with our children indeed.
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Well four days till the baby’s due date, sitting for long is rather uncomfortable. I’m planning to keep busy in the days ahead, I expect to go possibly ten days over. This weekend I’m hoping to do our Lenten cleaning; walls, screens, windows etc. Oh the children will be thrilled;)
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9 Comments
Gae
Dear Erin,
Vergemite and Peanut butter sandwiches are favourites in our family. Although i dislike the mixture myself, the kids love it
Blessings
Gae
Becky
Erin,
Thanks so much for pointing me in the direction of almond flour! What a difference it makes! I've got the cookbook you linked to on my wishlist.
Erin
Gae
I've never been game to try it!
Becky
You must get the cookbook! The one ckbk in our home in constant use. We had a banana cake yesterday, I love the almond flour texture. Nicer than wheat flour:)
Sue Elvis
Thank you, Erin for mentioning our new blog! You are very encouraging and I am so pleased you are involved. We haven't yet had our conversation but we'll get there. I hope you are resting. I can see you last posted on Friday. Perhaps there will be baby news soon! God bless.
The Editrix
Erin, I LOVE the new background and title!
Gae
Dear Erin,
I love the new blog look. It is light and bright and fresh. I really love it better
Love Gae
Pieces of Sunshine
I like your updated blog look Erin, and the title.
Erin
Sue
Hoping to chat soon.
Elise, Gae and K,
thank you!!:):)
Jenny
This is my first visit so I cannot compare the old loko to the new, but I enjoy the soft colors and beautiful embellishments of your blog.
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