Life is finally returning to normal. Our new normal at least. Not the moving crazy it’s been over the past two months or so, just the normal crazy!
Adjusting to Life in Florida
It’s hard to believe we have only been in Florida for a month, it feels like so much longer – in a good way.
My parents came to visit for a long weekend in October. We loved having them and we look forward to their return again in December for Christmas.
Homeschool P.E. in Florida
We have definitely been taking advantage of being outside. We finally purchased a tether ball – we have been wanting one for a long time. I have it listed on my 10 Ways to Keep Kids Active in Winter post. That goes for moms too. Let’s just say the words “you are not going to beat me!” may have come out of my mouth. That’s a good workout!
We have actually been doing some “real” school again. On top of our basics we added in Nancy Larson Science. So far this has been a huge hit. The kids have been asking for science on the days we haven’t gotten to it. While this is very basic for my 7th grader, we haven’t done a ton of formal science and this is hitting some of the basics for him.
We have also been gearing up to get started with Tapestry of Grace – year 3. This week we have been talking about John Adams and Abigail Adams. Next week we learn about The French Revolution and Napoleon.
We are still doing bits from our Florida study and right now we are reading A Land Remembered. This is a great book. We are only half-way through, but so far it’s a very interesting read.
November is National Adoption Month
I plan to have a few posts this month pertaining to, and hopefully, promoting adoption! I will also be highlighting some oldies but goodies on my Facebook page as well as Google+. Be sure to follow along!
Jen! I have the adult version of A Land Remembered and have never read it – I guess I need to now. My mom gave it to me a long time ago. As I read your post I must say that I’m actually a bit jealous of your move
On a cold and rainy day here in GA I am wishing we were living in S. Florida, too! I admire the way you and Bob set a goal and just DID IT. I can’t believe you’ve been there a month. Time flies!!
Hugs!
Jen, You accomplish so much in your weeks. I am impressed. I love all the photos as well.
So glad you are feeling settled and exploring the native lands and animals! Life seems good to you all in Florida! I will send ya some snow in a jar soon! Blessings
Florida looks good today! It’s rainy and cold here. I’m so glad it’s already home, moving can be so tough, especially when it’s such a huge change. I love the Luna moth, they are one of my favorites!
I LOVE the new normal in your life. I was just thinking about our “new Normal”…the parents of teens. I have to bust out laughing when I think people may be concerned about the social aspect of my kids. Holy smokes. I think we are busier now than ever. Sometimes way too much social stuff
A whole month already?? That went crazy fast! Seriously. So happy that your folks were down for a brief period and that you’ll see them in December. Hope they felt better after being with y’all.
Happy All Saint’s Day! I really enjoyed seeing your collage of happiness…I can relate since the ocean is my favorite place on earth, next to the Blessed Sacrament:) My prayers are with you for continued peace in your transition!
I had tears reading this. All of the adoption stories are God-filled, but this one truly tugged at my heart strings a little bit more. May God continue to bless this family with abundant grace!
Renee, this is amazingly beautiful! Thank you for sharing your pain and your joy. You say so many insightful things which only those who have truly suffered can understand. I love what you said about broken hearts being able to hold more love. I hope many hurting couples struggling with the immense cross of infertility will read this. My adopted son is 35 now, and he and his wife are expecting their first child. I see so well God’s plan..that this child, my son, was the perfect one for us. Families are about so much more than biology, and like you said, we are adopted by God. I love your story! Hugs to you, dear Renee! Your daughter is precious and your family is beautiful…and perfect, coming from the Heart of God. xoxo