There's just a week to go until Thanksgiving. It's time! Let's Talk Turkey! Thanksgiving is just a week away, and that means it is time to really think about the star of the show - the beautifully roasted turkey! Cooking for a holiday crowd can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. With a little know-how, you can have a successful and delicious Thanksgiving. How Big is Big Enough When shopping for a turkey, consider the number of guests you will be having for dinner. You ...
Christmas Picture Books to Read Aloud
Spending time as a family is an important part of the holiday season. Spending time reading Christmas picture books together is definitely a favorite pastime. As I began to go through the list of Christmas picture books that we have read over the last few years, I am in awe of the writing and illustrations and their ability to capture that special light in a child's eyes. The light that only appears thanks to the magic of Christmas. I adore these read alouds as much as my children do for ...
Our Thanksgiving Game Plan
We are just one week away from Thanksgiving and the official kick-off to the holiday baking season in our home. I currently have the turkey defrosting in the garage fridge. I have a produce drawer full of vegetables to prep for stuffing and other side dishes. There is so much little stuff to do, and I like to write everything out so I can get the turkey in the oven on time, and enjoy the day with family. This year, there will only be ten of us for Thanksgiving dinner, but I still cook as ...
5 Knives You Need in Your Kitchen
Have you seen those beautiful sets of kitchen knives displayed in the butcher blocks, but you have no idea what some of them are for? I'm going to help you out with the five knives you actually need in your kitchen. When my husband and I first moved in together and set up our kitchen, we purchased a knife set that included 20-something knives. Five of them were steak knives, but I had no idea what most of the knives were actually for. It was a cheap set and the handles fell apart after a ...
Overview of Pennsylvania’s Home Education Law
Homeschooling in Pennsylvania has been legal since 1988. Parents who choose to teach their children at home under Pennsylvania's Home Education Law should take the time to review the actual wording of the law. For the actual wording of the law, visit the PA General Assembly site. All other pages only offer a synopsis or are quoting from this site so it is best to go to the source. In this article, I will be referencing Act 196. This information is my interpretation of the home education ...