7 Quick Takes Friday (Vol 36)
1My brother Chris has been blessed with his first baby! A boy, Tristian Francis, born...
Top ‘How To’ Homeschool Picks
When I was a teenager and began reading homeschool material; I read John Holt, Raymond...
Direction For Our Highschoolers
This year finds us with three highschoolers, and even more sobering, our oldest is in...
7 Quick Takes Friday (Vol 35 )
1I’ve started a high protein/low carbohydrate diet. I’m not planning on being fanatical but I...
Taking Shape
Being a builder’s assistant doesn’t mean one can’t dress prettily. It doesn’t hinder the ability...
Treasured Moments (14)
Do you find yourself falling into a pattern of daily grind, skipping the ‘fun’ activities...
7 Quick Takes Friday (Vol 34 )
1First week back at lessons this week. Jelly Bean was excited to be officially in...
Milling Our Own Timber
Remember back in early December when we had our timber logged? We decided to mill...
We Have Some Windows!
Another busy housebuilding weekend. PC spent one morning trimming the ends of the trusses to...
7 Quick Takes (Vol 33) Holiday Edition
1 Our extensions continue at a rapid pace. The children are planning on moving in...
The Windows Have Arrived!
The windows have arrived!! Lots of windows and sliding doors waiting for PC to install...
Roofing Continues – Tedious
Last Saturday, PC and I were up before 6am determined to have the fascia boards...









