Art of Womanhood

I recently attended the TJEd forum and I am so glad I did! I learned so much, and was inspired to better my life. I particular, I went to a class called the Seasons of a Woman's Education by Stephanie Francom. I was listening to her talk thinking that I needed to talk to her after the class, and right as I was thinking that, she said "If you feel inspired to talk to me afterwards, please do." It gave me chills. So after the class was over I went up to her and we talked for a bit. I told her how I have been searching for a mentor. Not an educational mentor, but a life mentor. She briefly told me about Art of Womanhood (http://www.artofwomanhood.org). We decided to talk after the forum, as I was on my way to anther class. I loved the next class as well about Being a Joyful Mother by Angie Baker, it just added to what I was already feeling. So after the class I made my way to the Art of Womanhood table to talk to Stephanie. We talked a little more and she told me about the pilot program they are doing for Art of Womanhood, and that they are looking for people to do the pilot and then to mentor the large group that starts next year. I felt so good about this and Stephanie instructed me yo pray about it and to talk it over with Jason. I am SO greatful for that guidance. I received such a confirmation, and I had such a wonderful experience. So after a coupel days of prayer and pondering, Jason and I decided that this would be a great opportunity for me. So I am enrolled into the group and it starts next week. I am so excited to start this new journey and to learn more about myself, and my mission in life.

And then there were 7

So word got out this weekend (thanks Penny ;)) I am expecting our 5th child. While Jason, the kids, and I are very excited about a new person coming to our family, I am less than excited to officially tell everyone, so I am not going to. I am not going to openly tell people, but if they ask, then I will tell them. Bizy has put her request in for a baby sister, and for her I hope it is a girl, she needs a sister! The Boys dont really care either way, and really I am good with either one. So this fall we will have #5, WOW!!! I am too young for 5 kids!

Tell me it's a phase

So Jeremy has been just a handful lately. He is yelling at his younger siblings, and very short tempered. Not to mention extremly whinny. I just dont know what to do with him these days. On the other hand Bizy too has been very sensitive as well. maybe this goes beyond the kids.... Time to do some soul searching, to find out what is giong on....

A trip back in time

So I went to the small town of Woodruff UT where I grew up yesterday. I went to visit family I have up there. I realized I miss it. I miss the quiet afternoons, the blue sky, and the space. If I could somehow live up there I would in a heartbeat. I want out of the hustle and bustle of the city. I am a country gal, always will be. I can just imagine raising my kids on farm and small ranch. Teaching them about animals, and how they rely on us to take care of them. To teach them how to feed a calf or lamb with a bottle. Ride a horse! All the thing I enjoyed growing up. I miss it so much! maybe someday Jason and I will be in a position where we could do it, but right now we cant. With Jason being in the computer industry, we have to stay in the city, and really it isn't that bad. If we moved to A rural area, chances are there wouldn't be other TJED home schoolers, let alone home schoolers at all really. Truly though it all comes down to where the Lord wants us. This will be a matter of prayer and inspiration.

Wow I am such a slacker!
Well, now that things are much calmer at my hosue things are going much better. yesterday I took the kids to the Zoo and we had so much fun. Getting a yearly pass was a great investment. I feel like we can go and just look at a few animals and hang out at the playground and I didnt waste money.
I am finally getting back on track with Home-schooling and things are going well. Jeremy is dabbling in Love of Learning, He is growing so fast, I want him to slow down a little!!! Bizy is doing well also, she is working on writing, though she doesnt use mich pressure when she writes, so it is very light. I am trying to work on that. manu is also growing SO fast. He is already standing up to things and taking small steps, I am so not ready for that!!
I am so excited for spring, it is just around the corner and I keep looking for my bulbs to emerge. I planted bulbs last fall, for the first time and I am very excited. Jason and I are getting our yard ready to plant a garden. We will see how that goes, I am not very good when it comes to gardening!
We are taking a family vacation in May, we are going to go to Disneyland! I havent told the kids yet, and I probably wont until we get there.
Jason and I are going to the TJED Forum this weekend and I am so excited. I had so much fun last year and learned so much. Iam so excited to have Jaosn go with me, the way he internalized things is so different than the way I do, so I get a different perspective form him and I love it. We are also takin gthe family to the ball afterward. Bizy is so excited about her new dress!