Author Archives: hillshum

I saw this great blog post about keeping your kids active and engaged all summer. It’s by Katie of wellnessmama.com over here. I’ve adapted it to fit our homeschooling goals of keeping academic skills sharp during summer. I am giving … Continue reading →

The following information comes from my friend Kristen Chevrier. She has worked to bring the documentary “Vaxxed” to a few theaters on the Wasatch Front. If you are open to learning about what’s going on with the mainstream health care … Continue reading →

It’s time for another giveaway! This time it’s about family history! I recently discovered these delightful activity books about family history for kids. They are part of the “Zap the Grandma Gap, My ________ Ancestor ” series by genealogist Janet … Continue reading →

As homeschool moms, we sometimes think we have to teach our children everything. That’s not true! As a homeschool mom, your job is to facilitate your child’s education with the best materials and mentors you can find. Sometimes the best … Continue reading →

My fun friend Shauna, pictured below on the right, emailed me the link to this video today. Shauna, the one I fetched a toilet for years ago, keeps me apprised of almost all things cool and awesome. Watch the video … Continue reading →

Awwww…summer! It’s finally here! I’ve always looooooved it! The freedom that comes from the warmer weather and ease of travel invigorates me! It also symbolizes the freedom of mind I want to feel all year. What better way to encourage … Continue reading →

I wanted to get this up for Memorial Day, but alas, other responsibilities intervened, so I am getting it up today. Here are two movies suitable for Memorial Day, or any day really, to remind us of our freedoms and … Continue reading →

Is the homeschool movement failing? Yes, I think so, for the most part. I have been homeschooling for over 17 years. I am saddened to see so many homeschooled youth floundering after they get to their late teens and 20s. … Continue reading →

I am on a Dave Ramsey kick right now, so here’s another review of one of his products and a giveaway! This time the product is the book he wrote with his daughter Rachel Cruze. It’s called Smart Money Smart … Continue reading →

About 5 years ago I saw my friend Katie pull out some envelopes from her purse to pay for something. I thought, “Wow, you mean, someone I know actually uses Dave Ramsey’s envelope system?” I had this mixed reaction. Part … Continue reading →