recent art

Mommy & Me by Grace


Black Beauty by Grace


Horse by Faith


Rainbow Heart Horse by Faith


Horse and calf by Faith
Lately, it seems like the girls spend a couple of hours a day, sitting at the kitchen table, drawing pictures, cutting them out, and then playing paper dolls with them.  I’m always so fascinated with what they come up with artistically.  I haven’t posted any of their recent creations and I’m notorious for being an “anti-pack rat” (sorry, kids)!  Hopefully, here in cyberspace, their artwork can have a little more longevity.
I love the fact that every creation is often a gift for someone else.  Today’s drawings were given to their teachers and friends at CBS. 
All except Mommy & Me, of course.

piano lessons

 

 

 

 

What’s a homeschooling family without music lessons, right? 

As soon as we moved into our new house, we knew we wanted a piano.  A few months ago, we found this one on Craig’s List and got it for a steal.  We had our first lesson yesterday.  And by we, I mean all three of us girls. 

I took piano lessons when I was about 8.  After about a year or two, I begged my parents to quit.  I was more interested in playing with friends and doing other things, than practicing piano.  For most of my adult life, I regretted that decision.  In fact, anytime anyone ever brought up the subject of regret, quitting piano was the only thing I could ever think of.  After many, many years, I have been given another opportunity.  Thank you to my hard working hubby!  I am one blessed woman.

Allison is our teacher.  She’s awesome.  She’s in her later 20’s, she’s recently married, she was homeschooled all her life, she’s a Christian, and she leads worship at her church with her husband.  She’s a great role model for the girls and we are so thankful for her. 

The girls loved their first lesson.  It’ll be the perfect indoor activity as we get into the hot summer months. 

I’m looking forward to learning alongside the girls and helping them as we all progress.  Eventually, we hope we can bless others and worship and serve our Lord, through music!