Everyday Homeschooling

Celebrations and Summer Homework | Jun 19, 2012 by Tracy Klicka

It's that time of year, moms, to celebrate little things like the arrival of summer, as well as big things like finishing another school year or even bigger events like your student's graduation from high school. What about when you feel like your school year hasn't gone the way you had hoped, however? How do you celebrate in light of that reality?

Moms -- Remember Mrs. Carson... | Jun 15, 2012 by MaryAnn Gaver

Hi everyone! Okay, so you're wondering.... who is Mrs. Carson?

Well, we live about half way between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD -- maybe slightly closer to Baltimore where people from around the world visit the famous John Hopkins Hospital in the downtown area. A renowned neurosurgeon, Dr. Ben Carson's name often comes up when people are talking about the best physicians at Hopkins.

A Stronger Nation Starts in Your House & My House | Jun 15, 2012 by MaryAnn Gaver

Today, I'd like us to think about the most influential women in America today --- moms! Now I'm not trying to flatter you, but just want to make the point that raising a family is a key component for the success of society, and ne that (although is often taken lightly by our culture) is absolutely crucial.

I almost have to laugh when the papers talk about influential institutions, important programs, and key people in the highest positions of office. As if everything can be fixed by all the above!

Teenagers ~ Arise & Conquer! | Jun 14, 2012 by MaryAnn Gaver

It's morning, and as you sip your coffee, you reflect on the day ahead knowing that there's a ton of stuff on the agenda. Well, at that moment, you hear the kids' alarm go off -- beep, beep, beep, beep.... but nothing's happening. Then the alarm is silenced. You don't hear any footsteps or movement. Now what? Go up and yell, "Everyone wake up!" or say nothing and let them sleep? Here's what I did.....

Homeschooling Might Save Your Life! | Jun 12, 2012 by Tracy Klicka

Can homeschooling save your child's life? Of course, you might be thinking. And it's true, homeschooling allows us to impart spiritual truths to our children which God might use to draw our children to a saving knowledge of Christ. Yet, you might be surprised to see how literally homeschooling can save your child's life. Read on, for my daughter's engaging story!

Congratulations to all homeschooling moms! Summer's here! | Jun 12, 2012 by MaryAnn Gaver

To all of you who are finished homeschooling for the year and are ready for a summer break ~ Congratulations! And, congratulations to all who are almost finished or who are continuing on through the summer. You've gotten to June! Way to go!

Oh, the Crazy Things We Do as Homeschooling Moms... | Jun 8, 2012 by Tracy Klicka

My youngest son John has been attending GenJ’s iGovern East this week at Patrick Henry College. “Mom, can you help out at the Gala Tuesday night? They need volunteers to be lobbyists”

“Sure, I guess so,” was my reply. I know what a lobbyist is, but had no idea what I would be doing as a lobbyist! Little did I know I was going to be given a completely different assignment at the big Gala.

Welcome to a brand new blog! | Jun 4, 2012 by MaryAnn Gaver

My vision for the blog is very simple. Basically, I have two goals. One is to encourage you, and the other is to engage in talking about the many facets of homeschooling, mothering and life.

I want the blog to be similar to the interaction we'd have if we were chatting one afternoon out by the mailbox, standing in the driveway talking about the day, sharing a million little details about our kids and what they're doing, or taking a break (does that ever really happen?) and sitting over lemonade on the back deck.

...But This Piece of Paper Says I'm Qualified! | Jun 1, 2012 by Tracy Klicka

Perhaps you started homeschooling thinking way outside the box, but I was your typical, “Let’s recreate the classroom in our home” kind of homeschooling mom, at least in some ways...oh, and that degree? That means I'm qualified to teach, right?

Welcome to My World! | May 11, 2012 by Tracy Klicka

The crazy Klicka family - Christmas, 2008

Some of you may be familiar with the name Klicka, as my late husband Chris, was Senior Counsel for HSLDA from 1985 until his death in 2009, following a 15-year battle with MS. Homeschooling now as a widow certainly has its challenges, yet I’m so thankful for all the years God gave our family together. I’m especially grateful that God has been with us every step of the way!

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