April 10, 2013
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Good discussion
We have finished our third day of school, and things are still going quite nicely. We actually have, gasp, free time in the afternoon. The boys are playing a board game called Rome with their dad right now. Maya is “picking up” all her things. I have been placing things out for her to do while I teach the boys. She does do them, but before I can get back to her she is done and on to the next thing which generally involves pulling out all her toys all over the house. I am trying to get her to clean up after herself, but she is having a rough time getting it. Such an independent girl does make for a bit of a stubborn girl at times. I know she wants to learn more and be more challenged, but I really think right now she needs to work on listening and obeying as well as just enjoying the work of play. She does listen in to some of the lessons I teach the boys, so I am sure she is gleaning more than I think she is.
This morning, in our third day at learning the hymn “This is My Father’s World” the boys and I had some really great discussions. We learned about the man who wrote the songs and are working on learning the lyrics to the song. First the first time ever, the boys are really starting to find meaning, perhaps even feelings, in a song. My boys haven’t been the boldest at singing, but perhaps that can change. I am just thankful about the discussions the song sparked today. It goes to show that kids do think about what adults say.
Other than school today, I just worked on a few things from last night and today to get ready to go visit a friend’s house tonight. We are taking over some fresh baked bread and scones to add to the other things that people are bringing. I think it will be a good time to hang out with friends.
