February 18, 2023 I have had a lot of conversations with other parents lately and have been researching for our own family about schooling for our kiddo. Many of us are wondering about options. For so long, we could only choose between public school and private school, with little to no influence over things, even … Continue reading Are Non-Traditional Schooling Options For You?
Thoughts From a Teacher’s Life – February
February 15, 2023 Whew, we are past Valentine's Day and I hope that you have all survived, or are healing well. If you have never taught, or never taken over a class midyear, here's an analogy: It's like walking into a den of lions to train them for a circus, but they have been starved … Continue reading Thoughts From a Teacher’s Life – February
DIY Projects: Turning a Dog Crate Into a Side Table
February 9, 2023 When you live in a small space, multipurpose items are a huge help. When we needed a side table in our RV, but still needed a place for the dog bed, we decided to pull the dog crate out of storage and put it to work doing double duty. It isn't as … Continue reading DIY Projects: Turning a Dog Crate Into a Side Table
Thoughts From A Teacher’s Life – January
February 4, 2023 I know, it's February, and I am writing about January, but it's just that kind of month in the education world. You're coming out of a holiday break where you more than likely overate or filled your schedule too full. Or you went entirely the other direction and binge watched Netflix series … Continue reading Thoughts From A Teacher’s Life – January
Welcoming New Students Midyear
January 30, 2023 While the calendar may tell us it is a new year, it is the middle of the school year and the start of a new semester. This is also a time of year that families may transition to a new location or a new school, so there is bound to be a … Continue reading Welcoming New Students Midyear
Camping the Outer Banks at Oregon Inlet
January 25, 2023 Our truck and 5er at Oregon Inlet with the Milky Way visible. Used with permission from the Mister. Available for purchase at etsy.com/shop/lcbphotographystore The Outer Banks has long been on my bucket list of places to travel. I was stationed in North Carolina decades ago, but never made the time to make … Continue reading Camping the Outer Banks at Oregon Inlet
Never Quit On a Bad Day
January 21, 2023 I remember being told these words early on in my teaching career. It had been a rough year with a rough group of kids. It was time to put in our intent letters (letters telling administration we want to stay at the school and subject for the next school year). I was … Continue reading Never Quit On a Bad Day
The Daily RV Maintenance Habit You’re Probably Not Doing, But Should Be
Before After January 16, 2023 RV life bring a long list of maintenance needs to keep everything in working order. One thing I see and hear a lot of people talking about is humidity. Whether it is summer or winter, moisture in an RV will not only be an issue, but if left unchecked, can … Continue reading The Daily RV Maintenance Habit You’re Probably Not Doing, But Should Be
Your New Favorite Burger Recipe
January 10, 2023 I am a self proclaimed cheeseburger connoisseur. I love a good cheeseburger and, with so many food allergies, it can be my go to meal. I've experimented with various recipes over the year. When you live with a pepper allergy, boring meat seasonings are no fun. I have recently been using a … Continue reading Your New Favorite Burger Recipe
Camping at Salt Springs Recreational Area – Ocala National Forest
December 22, 2022 While Florida may be best known for its beaches and amusement parks, the thousands of springs in the state are a definite popular attraction. For centuries, people have visited and lived near these fascinating areas for their life giving water. In fact, if you are near springs, you are probably not too … Continue reading Camping at Salt Springs Recreational Area – Ocala National Forest