Finding ways to simplify life
Looking for a more interactive experience while reading books? Weigl Publishers has done just that by allowing you to further enjoy cutting-edge technology called AV2 books! BOOKS REVIEWED We received three media enhanced books to review: A Lion’s World, There Once Was a Cowpoke Who Swallowed an Ant, and Glaciers. This is an entirely new way to experience reading for your children…. Read More
Many friends and acquaintances over the years have asked similar questions about homeschooling. Most questions are out of curiosity while some are given with a look of perplexity. Yet, it’s now fun to talk about homeschooling as a veteran. I wanted to share with you my list of the best homeschooling questions people ask, along with their answers! This list, however,… Read More
It’s February and the holidays are a thing of the past. It seems like there is nothing to look forward to, other than another 5 months of teaching. February is supposed to be the month of LOVE, but sometimes we don’t feel like loving anything. We dread getting up to *what feels like* another Groundhog’s Day. We wake up… Read More
Ha. I did it. I faced my own fears of large crowds and waiting in long lines. Summer Bucket List #1. Check. I proudly became a CFA First 100 Camper at the Pittsburgh Location on McKnight Road! I didn’t have a name but instead, a number. #15 to be exact. Let me give you the details on the event because it… Read More
Hi, my name is Natalie and my mission is to help others find more simple solutions for life. This may include tips on reducing clutter in your house, body and/or mind. Whatever lessons I’ve learned over the years or even today, I will share with you. I named my website Contentwithsimple.com because I have been on a journey for over… Read More
Howdy Folks, are you having a good week? I sure hope so. I’m in a peaceful place right now as I’m back in learning mode and sharpening my skills for my next adventure. Last week was an awesome week with the kids. I cannot tell you how refreshing it was to teach, have fun and explore with them again. I… Read More
Thanks to the flexibility of homeschooling, our family just arrived from an impromptu trip to Litchfield Beach in Pawleys Island, SC yesterday. Our original trip to Hilton Head abruptly changed thanks to Matthew. Hurricane Matthew that is. However, we were still thankful for a few days in the warm Carolina sun. We had waited three days for some news before… Read More
A fews years ago when texting was the rage, I was not a fan of texting. I avoided it like the plague even though I loved technology. It was cumbersome, annoying and tedious trying to text with my fingers. My friends would ask me if I received texts and would grumbling say yes. When they would text my flip phone,… Read More