Homeschool Mother's Journal-- October 7th

In my life this week:  We returned Monday from a wonderful long weekend in Bethany Beach, Delaware (will be in a separate post).  We had so much fun and enjoyed being at the beach off-season and took advantage of much of what the area had to offer.  We got right back into the swing of things on Tuesday.

In our homeschool this week:  Since we stayed in the Delaware Bay area and actually got to see (and swim) with horseshoe crabs, on Tuesday, we made our own and decided to learn all about them. I had no idea myself that their blood contains a protein that is used in hospitals world wide for detecting and destroying bacteria in vaccines and heart valves.  Their shell contains a compound that has been reproduced to make non-allergenic bandages.  We also learned that they are gentle and not aggressive.  In Bethany Beach, coming across them in the lake was a bit scary, so I was very glad to take the opportunity when we got home to study them and realize that there is nothing scary about them!

On Thursday, we took a field trip to the zoo.  We could not have asked for better weather.  So many of the animals were awake and alert.  The kiddos loved every minute.  We were blessed to go with another homeschooling family with whom we have become dear friends, so it made it an all-around wonderful day.

Things I'm working on: trying to fit it "all" in, tweaking the schedule so it is actually feasible and doable.  :-)  I'm also doing the 1John Bible study with the Good Morning Girls.  What a wonderful experience that is turning out to be.

I'm reading: I haven't done a whole lot of reading this week outside of the the Bible study.  Just didn't have the time.  :-)

I'm cooking: Now that Autumn is here, I am looking forward to using the crockpot more.  I will be also doing more baking.

I'm grateful for: my husband's sense of humor and fun-loving attitude, my children's creativity and excitement, meeting like-minded and valued moms and their children, the beautiful colors in the changing leaves, and, a Lord who loves and forgives us over and over again!

I'm praying for: many, many intentions, both mine and others

A photo, video or quote to share:

This was taken at the Nature Center in Bethany Beach.  The foliage was just stunning.