B has been doing some tv over the last year. She loves theater, singing and dancing, putting on costumes and such. But acting really seems to be the path she wants to follow right now. I try to find the right opportunities for her. So one day she was submitted for an open call for an internet documentary where they needed kids her age.
We went to her appointment time and then the subsequent call-back. That turned into the producers and directors coming to our house the next day to 'see B in her own environment'.
The following day we had an entire film crew in our house!!!! Lights, cameras, ACTION!! lol
9 months later, this is the finished product. We think ALL the kids in it are pretty fabulous! An inspiration and it makes us feel much better about the future. Our world is in these kids hands!
GREAT JOB B!!!
Sunday, May 18, 2014
Friday, January 31, 2014
Hopping Back On the Ol' Blog Wagon
I'm a bit embarrassed, I'm mostly disappointed in my lack of consistency, and honestly, just kinda bummed. What's it been? Something like 4 years?!?!?! A lot of water under the bridge, a lot of joy, a lot of heartbreak, success stories and failures, stress and sleepless nights, contrasted with beautiful days that we didn't want to end. Such is life. So from today on, my goal to write about our comings and goings starts with great enthusiasm and hopefulness.
A - went from tween to full blown TEEN!! No longer Rocker Boy but Skater/Surfer Boy. Since moving back to Florida in 2009 his love of all things surf and skate is a full time obsession! Along with...girls!
B- went from pink princesses to neon green fashionista tomboy. Since moving back to Florida, our amazing community of home school families have nurtured her individuality and unique fashion sense!
R- went from wanting to relax in the countryside of NC to taking on more projects in real estate as well as 2 bands! Amazing to me is his new desire at attempting to get a real estate flipping show on HGtv! LOL
Me??? Well, I used to long for chickens and goats, growing all my own organic produce, sewing, crafting and baking. I got over THAT real quick!!! HA I still love chickens and goats and all that other stuff, but if we want some livestock time we got to the fair and the farmer's market! I still do many of the domestic 'arts', but it finally dawned on me that I have to have balance! I swung from one side of the pendulum to the other. I do have a tendency toward OCD. I think I'm finally getting to a place in my head that I can do whatever I want whenever I want. I don't have to fit a certain mold. If I want to bake some bread then I'm gonna do it! The next week I'll buy the bread at Costco! I'm not going to beat myself up over it or feel like I've failed my family!! We lost both of R's parents in the last year, they were a huge part of our everyday lives. Their deaths opened my eyes tremendously! Life is short, very short. Cut yourself some slack and enjoy the ones you've chosen to be with. The bread baking can wait.
A - went from tween to full blown TEEN!! No longer Rocker Boy but Skater/Surfer Boy. Since moving back to Florida in 2009 his love of all things surf and skate is a full time obsession! Along with...girls!
B- went from pink princesses to neon green fashionista tomboy. Since moving back to Florida, our amazing community of home school families have nurtured her individuality and unique fashion sense!
R- went from wanting to relax in the countryside of NC to taking on more projects in real estate as well as 2 bands! Amazing to me is his new desire at attempting to get a real estate flipping show on HGtv! LOL
Me??? Well, I used to long for chickens and goats, growing all my own organic produce, sewing, crafting and baking. I got over THAT real quick!!! HA I still love chickens and goats and all that other stuff, but if we want some livestock time we got to the fair and the farmer's market! I still do many of the domestic 'arts', but it finally dawned on me that I have to have balance! I swung from one side of the pendulum to the other. I do have a tendency toward OCD. I think I'm finally getting to a place in my head that I can do whatever I want whenever I want. I don't have to fit a certain mold. If I want to bake some bread then I'm gonna do it! The next week I'll buy the bread at Costco! I'm not going to beat myself up over it or feel like I've failed my family!! We lost both of R's parents in the last year, they were a huge part of our everyday lives. Their deaths opened my eyes tremendously! Life is short, very short. Cut yourself some slack and enjoy the ones you've chosen to be with. The bread baking can wait.
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Useful Information!
Homeschooling by the Numbers [Infographic]
When we encounter individuals who either don't understand homeschooling OR individuals who attack our decisions to homeschool, I like to be prepared with information that backs up my choice.
I found these stats to be about as straight forward as you can get!
When we encounter individuals who either don't understand homeschooling OR individuals who attack our decisions to homeschool, I like to be prepared with information that backs up my choice.
I found these stats to be about as straight forward as you can get!
Friday, September 3, 2010
A is HOME!!!
The summer is over and I have my boy back! 3 inches taller and 8 lbs heavier!!! Thank goodness his Grandma bought him a bunch of new clothes and shoes! The stuff he left behind doesn't fit at all. Donation time at the Goodwill:)
B is thrilled/sad to have him home! One half of her is so excited to have her beloved brother back. The other half is dreading the prospect of having to share(toys, food, parents) having to ask for permission to enter his room and having to share the bathroom.
We'll be starting a number of new activites as well. Our first meeting with 4H is next week at a nature center. B has weekly dance classes. A will be trying an introductory martial arts class to see if its something he'd like to persue. And the animal shelter is anxious for him to come back to the doggies and get back to training new volunteers!
Our plate is full - Life is Good:)
B is thrilled/sad to have him home! One half of her is so excited to have her beloved brother back. The other half is dreading the prospect of having to share(toys, food, parents) having to ask for permission to enter his room and having to share the bathroom.
We'll be starting a number of new activites as well. Our first meeting with 4H is next week at a nature center. B has weekly dance classes. A will be trying an introductory martial arts class to see if its something he'd like to persue. And the animal shelter is anxious for him to come back to the doggies and get back to training new volunteers!
Our plate is full - Life is Good:)
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Summer is here
Getting ready for a summer with only one kiddo at home! A is making a huge jump into tweendom. In the past he's gone to England with his grandparents for about 3 weeks. This year he's going for 2 months!!! I struggled with that for a while. Not for him, but for me!!! LOL
Thank goodness he's very independent and adapts well to changing situations. He's never been a clingy kid. Never cried when dropped off at preschool, never fussed when mommy had to leave him with a sitter to go to work. He's got a stong and adventurous personality. So needless to say, he's SUPER excited about his summer in England!
We've also got some plans for B while her brother is gone. Working on her independence and her clinginess!! haha She does seem to sprout while he's away. She comes out of her shell and feels much more confident. It's interesting to watch. We shall see what she accomplishes this time:)
Excited for both of them during this exciting time!
Thank goodness he's very independent and adapts well to changing situations. He's never been a clingy kid. Never cried when dropped off at preschool, never fussed when mommy had to leave him with a sitter to go to work. He's got a stong and adventurous personality. So needless to say, he's SUPER excited about his summer in England!
We've also got some plans for B while her brother is gone. Working on her independence and her clinginess!! haha She does seem to sprout while he's away. She comes out of her shell and feels much more confident. It's interesting to watch. We shall see what she accomplishes this time:)
Excited for both of them during this exciting time!
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