Monthly Archives: February 2011

Buying Bulk

I buy bulk. Toilet paper? 900 rolls. Cheese? 30 pound blocks. I used to get my mustard by the barrel. But my wife told me that it wasn't worth the frustration refilling the human-sized bottles and the requisite third fridge. … Continue reading

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Can Videos Teach Us?

Certainly. Videos can transmit ideas and lessons to us. There are many children who utilize video-based curricula. I'm confident most turn out just fine. And I often link to TED Talks. Even so... I didn't think Dilbert was funny. Until … Continue reading

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Improving Choosing

"It used to be easy to select a Sonlight program." Sarita's eyes twinkle with the punchline, "...before we let people customize." It's easy when you have one choice: Do you want it or not? In an effort to better serve … Continue reading

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Pain and Tedium

My pinkie is on strike. I've spent much of today copying and pasting stuff from the 2011 Catalog onto the website (which you'll be able to see April 1, Lord willing). And, due to the layout of QWERTY keyboards, it's … Continue reading

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Because I'm AWESOME

I was going to blog about calculus, music videos and learning. But then I read Kate Fridkis' I used to be the prettiest girl in the world. After that, calculus had to wait Homeschooling has incredible benefits of all stripes. … Continue reading

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Reflections from Southeast Asia

Sarita's Word As I read and travel, I become more aware of the differences between nations and cultures. A nation's government and religious heritage have an enormous impact on its culture and history. As we seek to raise up future … Continue reading

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Framing Colors the Picture

"No." Her tone quickly loses its hint of contempt. "No, it's not like homeschooling." She sells paint and teaches children too sick to go to school. It's a good gig, she tells me. She gets to use her teaching credential … Continue reading

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