Author Archives: picklesandbuddy

My MomHeart is Full!

Posted on January 21, 2013 by picklesandbuddy

This past weekend, I attended the MomHeart Conference in Denver.  It was such a huge blessing for me.  The Lord really showed me a lot through Sally Clarkson and her team.I have read Sally’s books and blogs fo manyr years, but … Continue reading →

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The Giant Pancake

Posted on January 9, 2013 by picklesandbuddy

When I was growing up, one of my favorite meals was The Giant Pancake.  It has other names and variations succh as a German pancake or Dutch Baby.  When I have failed to make dinner plans on a busy homeschool day, I make … Continue reading →

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The $200 Hamster

Posted on January 7, 2013 by picklesandbuddy

                                                          Miss Stormy and Mocha This is a testament to our family’s love of animals.  Stormy is Pickles’ beloved Winter White hamster.  She was a replacement for her other beloved hamster, Acorn.  She’s still in the deep freezer, but that’s another story!Stormy developed … Continue reading →

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New Curriculum for the New Year

Posted on January 2, 2013 by picklesandbuddy

As is common with a lot of homeschool families, it’s time for a reevaluation of curriculum.  A fresh start has come to our home with the new year.  I don’t usually make resolutions, but I do like to see what is … Continue reading →

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It happened, move on.

Posted on January 1, 2013 by picklesandbuddy

It’s a new year!  Happy 2013!  I am praying for a better year for our family this year.  2012 was not our best year.  We made a move across the country from a place we loved–Newport, RI.  We have lived here … Continue reading →

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Once Again

Posted on December 31, 2012 by picklesandbuddy

I keep feeling called to blog again and I’ve resisted for quite some time.  I have blogged on and off for the last 6 years.   No time like the beginning of a new year for a new start.  I am … Continue reading →

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Learning Links

Posted on March 14, 2012 by picklesandbuddy

SearchSafeSearch Math                                                                                           Sheppard  Fun 4 the BrainJohnniesMathMathusee DrillMathGameDirectoryMoneyPlanetOrange ScienceNG ExperimentsScijinks WeatherWeatherWhizKidsMagic School BusExploratoriumElectronicsExperiments1Candy ExperimentsScience for KidsFunPageInfoandExperimentsCreationforkidsCreationScienceStarChild SpaceHomemade Science ToysPest QuestBug Club games/activitiesScience GamesAlien Juice BarWeb RangersYoung Scientists Club AnimalsASPCAkids OdyseeTV YouTube ZooFishArctic Ocean SoundsUndersea AdventuresMonterey Bay Aq.Critter CamWinter the DolphinAfricamLiveWildlifecamsAll About Birds … Continue reading →

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