Homeschool Mother's Journal/Weekly Wrap-Up- July 11-12

Whoever said the "lazy days of summer" doesn't know what they are talking about, lol.  At least not for us here at the Home to 4 Kiddos.

It has been an absolute whirlwind.  Something going on every day, to and fro, just madness, but fun madness, at least!  :-)

Kiddos 2, 3 and 4 have been going to Taekwando upwards of 6 times a week.  Yes, you read that right. Yes, we take them sometimes 2 times a day.  No, we don't force them.  Yes, they beg to go so they can be closer to testing for their next belts.  Just that in and of itself is exhausting for everyone.  :-)

Here are Kiddos 3 and 4 breaking their boards for their orange belt test.  Kiddo 2 will be testing for yellow at this rate early next week.

There has been lots of baking,

 swimming (kids),

cleaning and washing (mom) and a 4-H one day camp in cake decorating (Kiddo 4) in there as well.  Is the cake beautiful?  She did an awesome job.  :-)

Our garden is growing well.  Our tomatoes are starting to turn red, the peppers are getting large, the cucumbers are coming along, the basil's leaves are huge and the eggplant finally have flowers. (did I miss anything?  Probably, but they are all doing well with much love and maintenance)

Oh, yes, how could I forget?  Kiddo #1 is driving!  Hubby and I have taken turns and have had him out driving everyday.  I never thought I'd get driven around so much.  Everytime I have to go somewhere, he offers to take me!  :-)

Kiddos 2 and 3 have been busy with their YouTube videos.  If you haven't seen them, click below. They took every photograph, uploaded them and music to PowerPoint and then did the conversion to video.  They are only about 2-3 minutes long each.  I bet your kids will really enjoy them. (at least I hope they will!)

Below is the first installment: Tiger vs. Lion

Here is the second installment: Hippo vs. Bullshark

Phew.  Tired yet?  I sure am.  But, it is a good tired.  The kids are happy, and this Mama is happy. Have a great weekend.  God bless!

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