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Homeschool organization, here we come! Ikea is off

Homeschool organization, here we come! Ikea is offering 15% off to college students and teachers until September 5...and homeschoolers are included! Even better? You can still score 5% off after September 5 😍 I explain it all on the blog, so check it out!

This video isn't sponsored, but I wish it was 😆

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I made it! My first homeschool expo! I've got a fe

I made it! My first homeschool expo! I've got a few workshops I'm planning on attending and am totally looking forward to learning about different, "new-to-me" curriculums & homeschooling resources.

Let me know if you're here, too!

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New state, new adventures! We walked around @ponce

New state, new adventures! We walked around @poncecitymarket the other day and, let me just say... I'm in 💜. Plenty of small businesses to support, numerous dining options, and all inside a very cool historical building (it was once used as a Sears retail space & regional headquarters...dating back to 1926!).

Ever been?

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Let the countdown to the Target Back to School dis

Let the countdown to the Target Back to School discount begin!! So excited to get myself verified as a homeschooling parent so I can take advantage of the special discount.

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Our first temporary home "situation" is coming to

Our first temporary home "situation" is coming to an end, and another will be starting soon. We've been loving our time in Georgia so far, but we can't wait until we're in our new-to-us home!

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We're building strong vocabularies over here! @wo

We're building strong vocabularies over here!

@wordelaapp is a user-friendly way to encourage the kids to build their vocabulary through online exercises.

Not gonna lie, I'm even using the app for myself! The app is seriously so beneficial for all ages.

Full review coming to the blog TODAY 😍

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When there's a giant moving truck in front of your

When there's a giant moving truck in front of your home... you gotta take some photos with it!

The movers have been packing up the house for a few days and still have a few days to go 😳 What a process it's been!

We have one small corner of the house that's where we can put things we don't want packed: non-perishables, paper plates & cups, important documents and such. Otherwise, everything else gets packed!

We'll likely be living in either a hotel or a temporary apartment for the next few weeks or so until we move into our new home. It'll be fun in the beginning, but I really can't wait to just get settled in so we can find our new normal again. 🤞

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How lucky we are to be able to make the decision h

How lucky we are to be able to make the decision how our kids are educated. Traditional schooling may be a better fit for some, but it's not for us, and I'm so glad we've had the opportunity to homeschool for the last 3 years.

Now, if told me 4 years ago that I'd now be a homeschooling mom, I would've said "No way!!! You're nuts!" but here we are...loving the freedom & lifestyle homeschooling affords us.

FYI - this video was taken while on board Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas ship during their "In the Air" production. Absolutely breathtaking show!

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The world would be pretty boring if we were all th

The world would be pretty boring if we were all the same, don't you think? Tradespeople are in demand & the sky's the limit got entrepreneurs...obtaining a college degree is NOT the only pathway to success.

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Later this week, we'll be sharing our experience c

Later this week, we'll be sharing our experience checking out one of @sonlightcurriculum Science Kits on the blog!

Available for grade levels K-10, their hands-on curriculum kits include options for both 4 & 5 days of lessons per week, a number of engaging & quality books, experiment supplies, and more!

I know you're gonna love it!

Stay tuned!

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The movers have arrived and are packing the house

The movers have arrived and are packing the house up for our move to Georgia! It's starting to feel real now.

Can't wait until the chaos calms down and we're finding our new normal 💙💜

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Selling a home, while parenting, isn't for the wea

Selling a home, while parenting, isn't for the weak of heart...that's for sure!

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Want to know a secret?? For 10 years, this front

Want to know a secret??

For 10 years, this front door has greeted my family when we've arrived home.

Soon, though, it will be greeting another family.

When we moved back up to NJ 10 years ago, we all thought it would be our last move. But...surprise, surprise...

WE'RE MOVING!

Soon, we'll be calling the Peach State "home."

We'll still be homeschooling (Georgia is a great state for homeschooling!) and I'll still be blogging about homeschooling, it'll all just be happening quite a bit south of New Jersey 😉

We're super excited for this adventure and, honestly, a bit nervous (it's a big change). Can't wait to share more of this big change with you all!

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I've said it before, and I'll say it again, having

I've said it before, and I'll say it again, having the time to travel is one of my favorite perks of homeschooling.

The other day, I was chatting with friends about different charter & private schools in the area. Some families will often choose to send their kids to a private or charter school because it can act as a "happy medium" between the choices of public school & homeschool. It's a great fit for many families!

While many of the nearby options sound like lots of fun...and places I feel my kids could thrive...I just couldn't imagine going back to the strict attendance requirements.

Learning doesn't need to take place inside a classroom.

When we travel, I do plan for fun activities & down time, but I also plan for plenty of educational opportunities.

On our last trip, we got to take a ride over a small handmade cigar-making facility.

NO...the kids didn't smoke anything. Come on, now.

They did, however, get to see the process of leaf to market-ready cigar. They learned why some cigars are darker in color and how the tobacco is grown & prepared before becoming a cigar.

My youngest even got to hold a tobacco leaf! (Totally freaked him out - "I'm not old enough for tobacco, mommy!") We all got to feel the texture of the leaf and sniff it in its natural state.

They're going to remember that experience for their entire lives.

Take the trips. Go on the tours. Experience life & take advantage of the learning opportunities! Homeschooling does NOT always have to happen at home ❤️

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Happy Mother's Day! The boys and I returned from

Happy Mother's Day!

The boys and I returned from our trip yesterday, but sure wish we had access to the ship's soft serve machine again 😂

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He faced his fears and tried rock climbing for the

He faced his fears and tried rock climbing for the first time!

This has been a big trip for my youngest. It's the first trip since swimming lessons, so he can now swim without my assistance. He went down super tall water slides by himself, tried a bunch of "new to him" foods, and more!

Super proud of him and his willingness to try new things 💜

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Haiti was sunny & hot! Spent the day at #labadeeh

Haiti was sunny & hot!

Spent the day at #labadeehaiti , @royalcaribbean 's private section of Haiti, yesterday.

Right off the ship, we found a bench in the shade 😂 We're not used to such heat, so we needed a moment. The water was gorgeous & the boys had a great time playing. I watched them from a nearby lounge chair because I'm a wimp - forgot to pack my water shoes and am not going in the water without them 🤷‍♀️

Scroll through for a sneak peek of this gorgeous section of Haiti!

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Lights...camera...action!!! We got to take the Al

Lights...camera...action!!!

We got to take the All Access tour yesterday! It was so much fun and a fabulous educational opportunity. We got to tour @royalcaribbean staff-only areas like the back stage of the Platinum Theater, the kitchen & food prep areas, food storage (super chilly and filled with...smells 😂), laundry, the Bridge, engine control room, and even I-95 (the staff "highway").

Scroll through to see a few pics from our tour!

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Dear Bermuda, You've got some of the bluest waters

Dear Bermuda, You've got some of the bluest waters I've ever seen! Absolutely gorgeous!

Photo was taken through one of the lookout holes of the Commissioners Home at the @nationalmuseumbermuda .

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The rainbows seem to be following us! 😍 Today

The rainbows seem to be following us! 😍

Today's port: Royal Naval Dockyard in Bermuda.

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