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Well June first has come and gone! I made my workout goal and had set another one. I wanted to do 30 minutes on the Evilliptical (Elliptical machine) and 4 miles on the bike. Well today I went for the gold but fell slightly short. I ran out of time before the health club closed, I fell short by .25 of a mile. I know that I had the strength and energy to do the rest, but not the time. So Monday July 1 I plan to hit it again and reach my goal. My new goal is to add 2 miles on to my biking. So 30 min on the Elliptical and 6 miles on the bike by Aug 1.  After I reach that goal I am thinking of staying the same time/distance, but upping the resistance on each machine. Boy does it ever feel good to be back in the saddle! Now if I would ever get my newest Mayo Clinic results I would be THRILLED! Enjoy your weekend. 1 Corinthians 9:24 Know ye not that the y which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run , that ye may obtain.  

This was something that really perked my day up! Look how his left foot is resting up on the bench...lol.     I bought this cute little picnic bench corn cob holder at the local farm supply store, it was a Father's Day gift for hubby.     Look at this guy...lol. He has Dunlap's Disease, his belly has done lapped over his belt...lol.   Hope this blessed your day as much as it has mine.  

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Thinking of homeschooling your only child? Or many you have more than 1 and you worry about socialization, read on.... When we first started home educating 6 years ago (has it REALLY been that long?) I worried and worried about socialization. Now as my dear homeschooling friend Christine says "My kids don't know a stranger!" I would totally agree. Even with our son being an only child, he is chatty, bubbly and full of all sorts of chatter. He is able to converse with toddlers, little kids, elementary & junior high kids, high school & college students, grown adults, the elderly and so many more types of people. His pediatrician and him discuss gardening and their love of sauteed zucchini, garlic and olive oil...lol. Yes, my son and his doctor sit around and discuss the finer things in life during his well checkups. He gets lot of comments on his phone etiquette and how he handles himself in various social situations. I think that ...

I like to find myself some sort of small treat to perk me up through the school year. Last month while in Indiana I found the perfect back to school goody for myself.  We were at the container store when I found these little gems. They are called Magnetic Dry Erase Talk Bubbles and they retail for $6.99. You can get them right here Magnetic Dry Erase Talk Bubbles . So very cute!! LOVE THEM! I have been writing chores on them for our son. They have perked up my day. See what they can do for you.

Stop on over for some great ideas from Jamie's blog at http://simplehomeschool.net . A wonderfully written article by contributor Cheryl of the 2:1 conference and CherylPitt.com  about letting your teens have more freedom. Click here to read the entire article  High School Freedom . It was a real eye opener and has helped me to see where I am doing well and what I need to work on. What are some ways that you have let go of your teens? What are some ways you have pulled back on your teens? I would love to hear from you.