Author Archives: My Organic Foundation

Trust

Children are precious. They grow into their own shoes, at their own pace.  No matter what you want as their teacher, they will learn when they are ready.   Home education gives families an opportunity to let the children lead the lessons.   The only pace you should follow, is the one the child creates. Continue reading “Trust”

Tested Limits

A few years ago I was apart of a Homeschool Co-op with some amazing women. We became fast friends because of our similar interests and shared goals. It was fun to watch other women “mother” their children in a safe place. When my oldest was born, I was very honest with anyone that had childrenContinue reading “Tested Limits”

Get it together already Melissa….

Hey friends. Ever look around and notice that everything you are doing is only about halfway done? This seems to happen to me so often. I love to start projects and I have a TON of BIG ideas that need attention and space. All being completed in the small pockets of time that I have.Continue reading “Get it together already Melissa….”

Back in Session

School started last week, but not with any special signs or excitement. It was more like, two boys wondering around in the classroom space looking for something to do. One got out the microscope and proceeded to examine the prepared slides. The other found a Math Essentials Geometry workbook, grabbed a pencil, and took offContinue reading “Back in Session”

Not on the same day.

I was married 3 years when I stayed with my Aunt for a week long trip. She has been happily married her entire adult like. I asked her what the secret was and she laughed. “It was just lucky that we didn’t give up on the same day.” I have carried that advice into almostContinue reading “Not on the same day.”