Our Journey (so far) with Dyslexia

Our Journey (so far) with Dyslexia

Homeschooling an “easy reader” is a homeschooling mother’s dream. But what if your child struggles with reading? Well, I’ve been there and this is my story. And Laurent’s story, which I have permission to share. And it's a long one.

Nova Scotia Wrap Up

Nova Scotia Wrap Up

These were going to be last weekend's The View Around Here. But there was too many to whittle down, and I wanted to post the sailing photos. So, here I am, left with a bunch of great photos I am compelled to post with no real reason to do so ...

Sailing On The LaHave

Sailing On The LaHave

My parents live on the LaHave River in Lunenburg county. I talked a bit about that last summer when we lived here. My Dad has always wanted to be on the water and has been trying to find the perfect boat to live out his dreams. This summer's trip to ...

Red Melon Slushies & Strawberry Ice Cream

Red Melon Slushies & Strawberry Ice Cream

I realize that fresh strawberry season is over for most of us. But if you have strawberries in the freezer these are two fantastic summer recipes.

Our Elementary Homeschool Curriculum

Our Elementary Homeschool Curriculum

Before I design a curriculum you need to know your goals. You build a curriculum around your family values and educational goals. Our elementary curriculum is designed to meet our children's unique and specific needs and work towards our family’s goals in the context of everyday living; and a curriculum ...

Meet Natsumi ~ Summer Beauty

Meet Natsumi ~ Summer Beauty

This past winter Céline was given a commission, by her Papa (her grandfather), to make a doll for him. Not a toy but a piece of art. My parents are casual collectors of works of art that are meaningful to them. Paintings, photography, wood carvings, pottery, stained glass, and more. ...

Walking the Same Path

Walking the Same Path

This week is our 16th wedding anniversary. One thing I get asked sometimes is how Damien and I arrived on the same page with so many of our life choices - adventurous living, parenting, homeschooling, etc. Damien and I have been committed with our whole hearts to each other from ...