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Brilliant Tips to Simplify Family Taco Night

clean eating beef tacos

As the days get longer and we are out of the house more with sports or other afternoon activities, coming up with healthy dinners each night, let alone having time to make them, can be difficult. I like variety, but two nights a week are predictable. We always have Taco Tuesday and home made Pizza night on Fridays. Two other nights are leftover … [Read more...]



How to Have Stress Free Back to School Mornings

Get kids moving in the morning and ready to go back to school quickly with a simplified morning routine. Plus tips for getting sleepy kids moving. Whether pre school, elementary, or high school kids, these tips will help make the morning rush smoother. #a2Milk #IC  ad @a2milk

Even a homeschool family feels the pressure of back to school time. Well, this family does anyway. My kids attend classes and getting up in the morning is not something we are used to as a daily routine. It can be especially hard to get going after the summer break! I'm not a morning person myself, so usually end up rushed. I don't have time to … [Read more...]



Best Dr Seuss Books for All Ages

Dr Seuss books for every age | best board books | tongue twisters | favorite dr seuss books for kids | childrens books | #wtrw #whattoread | good reads for kids | beginning readers

Everyone loves Dr. Seuss! There's no way more fun to learn to read than learning with Dr. Seuss books. No matter how old you get, Dr. Seuss is still fun to read. Some books are more simple while others leave me tongue tied, which sends my kids into peals of laughter. Here is a list of my family's top favorite Dr. Seuss books. If you haven't read … [Read more...]



Can You Work and Homeschool? 5 Ways to Find Time

Can you work and homeschool? Here are 5 tips to find the time for working while till providing a rich learning environment for your kids. Plus ideas for flexible work and coping with the changes your family will encounter

Yes, you can work and home school.   As with most things, where there's a will, there's a way. If it's important to you, you find a way. Homeschooling was something I became passionate about once I understood that it is what is best for my kids and my family. Circumstances led me to have to work at least part time, so I did childcare … [Read more...]



6 Kids Books to Encourage Faith and Character

Kids books that encourage faith and good character | books with morals | childrens books | education | faith based books for kids

So many books to choose from, but how do you find books that encourage good character, good morals, and a solid foundation of faith? Here are five fantastic books of faith and adventure. Books to encourage young kids in faith as well as some novels for your older kids to fall in love with, get them thinking about right and wrong, and encourage them … [Read more...]



Books for Kids About Rain

Kids books for a rainy day | enjoy stories about rain and learn about weather with these kids science books | natural science homeschool | homeschooling | childrens books | homeschool science | rain books

What better to do on a rainy day than cuddle up with your kids and a good book? Here are some fantastic rainy day books to enjoy; stories about rain as well as a little science. Why not take the opportunity to learn about weather, water cycle, and precipitation? Whether you prefer to stay warm and dry or are just coming in from puddle jumping, … [Read more...]



4 Natural Ways Busy Moms Boost Energy and Immunity

Being a mom is hard! We need all the help we can get! Here are four natural ways to boost energy and boost your immune system. It's still cold season and having a strong immunity helps your body stay healthy to keep up with your kids

Being a mom is exhausting. It's the hardest job there is. Being a working mom, mostly from home while homeschooling your kids, well that's just insane. I admit it, I'm completely insane. I not only keep track of one job, I'm working multiple jobs and caring for my disabled husband. It's not the ideal situation, it's certainly not the least … [Read more...]



New Comfort Food Delicious Chicken Recipes

Artichoke Chicken Recipe is a healthy meal your family will love. This delicious dinner is quick and easy to cook. Plus more NewComfortFood chicken dinner recipes AD | family meals | dinner ideas | healthy dinners

Lunch out in the city? Yes, please! Anyone who knows me, knows I love to eat. My favorite foods are hearty comfort foods. When I think of the term "comfort food" I think heavy, filling meals that "stick to your ribs". But when I actually crave comfort foods, is this what I'm really looking for? This post is sponsored by Foster Farms Simply … [Read more...]



10 Best Homeschooling Books for Homeschool Parents

10 best homeschooling books | books for homeschooling moms | what to read | blog hop | #wtrw | homeschool books

These are, in my opinion, as well as the opinions of many of my dear homeschool mom friends, the top ten best homeschooling books available. These are homeschooling books that have been mind opening, life changing, and invaluable in my homeschooling journey. Everyone who is homeschooling their children or thinking about homeschooling should read at … [Read more...]



Who are your kids? Do you really know them?

Who are your kids? Do you really know them? | Mindful parenting | homeschooling | unschooling | parenting tips

I'm usually a go, go, go, type of person, non-stop. I like to do things myself if I want to see them get done! However, I've had some health issues and have had to be home to attempt to rest. To be forced to relax was extremely difficult for me. It did help that anytime I tried to do anything, such as a load of laundry or put the dishes away, I … [Read more...]



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Hello, I'm L. E. Mastilock. I am a lover of food, family, and nature. I encourage parents to live a green, healthy lifestyle and have fun learning together. I am a published author and multi media artist, homeschooling my kids in the beautiful CA mountains. Read More…

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