Learning in the Sunshine State

Vote for Binx

floridamom — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 03:00:05 +0000

Okay, this post is a shameless request for a vote, but not for me. My niece is 20 years old and the mother of 6 month old twins. Her soon to be husband (they’re getting married Friday) works two jobs and is a terrific new dad. She’s trying to earn extra money in many different ways, without having to put the babies in daycare and go to a job every day. So…

She entered one of her cats in a cute pet contest. She can win a $100 gift card or even $1000 cash. If you’re feeling generous you can vote for Binx here

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Tuesday Ten

floridamom — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:57:29 +0000

Ten Things We Love About Homeschooling

It’s the start of the school year for many kids. Some homeschoolers follow a traditional schedule, while others don’t. Since a majority of Americans associate August and September with back to school, this seems to me an appropriate time for this post.

1. no alarm clocks

2. no morning rush

3. tailoring lessons to fit your child

4. making our own schedule

5. reading on the couch (bed, floor, etc.)

6. kitchen science/math

7. more family time

8. park days with homeschooled friends (for moms too)

9. having the library (mostly) to yourself during the day

10. no homework

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Fay, Fay, Go Away

floridamom — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 03:26:28 +0000

Floridians should not have to go this long without seeing the sun shine. The rain started early Tuesday morning, and as of now, it’s still raining. We are fortunate. We’ve had a lot of rain and wind, but I can say that the worst it’s been is annoying. We have friends south of us who have dealt with flooding and leaks. Some are unable to go anywhere because their neighborhood streets are now rivers.

We’ve been passing the time by playing games, watching movies, and watching the news anchors tell us that it’s still raining. Dennis has had a neighborhood friend over every day except today, and that’s kept him from getting too bored. They’ve been playing out in the rain a lot. That’s a big deal for Florida kids. Most of the time our rain comes with lightning, so playing in the rain is usually not an option.

School in our county started Monday, but that’s the only day kids attended. It’s canceled for tomorrow too, so I imagine the above mentioned friend will come by. Bill hasn’t been to work since Monday, but expects to get called back in tomorrow.

Tonight will be another night of listening to the wind. When I know that the wind isn’t dangerous, it actually sounds good. It’s fascinating to watch and soothing to hear. But I’m done with it. I’m a Floridian. I want to feel the sun on my skin. Go away Fay.

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Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog

floridamom — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:20:09 +0000

This is fun. Take a look.

Dr. Horrible

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Mom

floridamom — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 06:17:31 +0000

I miss thee, my Mother! Thy image is still
The deepest impressed on my heart.
~Eliza Cook

It’s been less than 12 hours. I miss you so much already.

Lorraine May 1934-2008

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Welcome home, Discovery

floridamom — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 15:15:25 +0000

Discovery landed safely moments ago. As usual, when the sonic booms sounded our dog went crazy barking, and the cat went flying around the house looking for a safe place to hide.

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I’m Voting Republican

floridamom — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:57:52 +0000

About the Movie

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Wordless Wednesday

floridamom — Wed, 21 May 2008 12:47:25 +0000

Robins at the birdbath

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Get Outside

floridamom — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 14:57:07 +0000

It’s Earth Day.

Plan or pledge something, anything, to do your part. But don’t just look at Earth Day as a day to plant a tree, clean up a park, or decide to use reusable bags. Make it a day to celebrate your connection to the earth, to nature. Enjoy nature. Respect her. Get your kids outside today, and every day that you possibly can.

Some Earth Day quotes to meditate upon.
“I conceive that the land belongs to a vast family of which many are dead, few are living, and countless numbers are still unborn.” ~A Chieftan from Nigeria

“I only went out for a walk and finally concluded to stay out till sundown, for going out, I found, was really going in.” ~John Muir

“I would feel more optimistic about a bright future for man if he spent less time proving that he can outwit Nature and more time tasting her sweetness and respecting her seniority.” ~E.B. White

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Tuesday’s Ten

floridamom — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 11:31:10 +0000

Ten TV Shows I’ve Never Watched

1. American Idol

2. Dancing With the Stars

3. Survivor (none of them)

4. Extreme Makeover (including Home Edition)

5. ER

6. My Name is Earl

7. The Office

8. Boston Legal

9. Desperate Housewives

10. The Apprentice

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