Single Mothers Homeschooling Part 1: Before You Begin

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November 25, 2008 | 3 Comments

We are in our tenth year of homeschooling. Being a single mother and trying to homeschool does have its challenges, but not so many that it can’t be done.
First, let me dispel with some myths:
Yes, a single mother can homeschool.
Yes, a single mother ona  limited income can homeschool.
Yes, a single mother working part or full […]

What Chores can My Children do?

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October 25, 2008 | 1 Comment

This is a common question from many parents. They are wondering what, if anything, there children can do to help out at home at different ages.
Giving children chores provides many benefits:

It teaches them responsibility.
It shows them that they are important in the up-keeping of their home.
It shows them that they are valued for their skills.
It […]

Admittedly, I have been worried about our financial outlook for the near future as of late. I had been (mostly) out of work for over a month, and then was only earning between $100 and $120.00 a week. With winter coming on, I wasn’t sure we were going to get through.
This made me wonder about […]

Snacks and Sides to Pack for School and Work

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September 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment

My favorite snack or side to pack in lunches is a trail mix. I make many, and each is a little different from the last. All you have to know is the main components, as well as to pack them in sack size baggies (which I wash and reuse) for easy grabbing. You could also […]

Lunch and Dinner Ideas for Work, School and Trips

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September 3, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Most days, one of these meals will be what you are packing. Here are some recipes and ideas for you to try.
Shepherd’s Pie:
cook and mashed potatoes
1 can of corn, half the liquid drained
browned ground beef

Put ground beef in the bottom of a baking dish.
Spread the corn and liquid over the beef.
Spread the potatoes over the […]

Making Lunches and/or Dinners to Bring to Work

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September 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment

With prices the way they are these days, we are all looking for ways to cut corners. One of the best ways that I can think of, for those who work outside the home, is to bring your own meals to work with you. This post will discuss ways in which you can do this.

Be […]

Downtime Between Work and Home

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August 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment

When I worked outside the home, it didn’t take me long to see that I needed some downtime. As a single mother, I was not getting this at home. I needed time between work and home to unwind.
This was not easy, because I rode home from work with my sister and we had to pick […]