Today’s studies were all over the place. I have the type of personality where things have to be in order and checked off before moving on to the next task. I usually have to finish a project if I start one which can work in my favor or not sometimes. My idiosyncrasies spill over into our learning environment. I do use a checklist, and I get satisfaction to see the applied check marks. For example, I won’t move on to other topics until I know that we have covered and completed what we needed to during a certain time period.

Presently, I’m finishing up certain sections in math for my first and second grader. They’ve already completed their other studies for this testing period, but I don’t want to proceed until they complete this math section that corresponds with the other subjects. The same is true for my fifth grader. We are finishing his first book in his math program this week-thank goodness!

I did cover other chosen topics with them today such as Rembrant, Hals, value, book reports, geography, grammar, literature, vocabulary, French and spreadsheets. Their piano teacher came from 12:00-1:30. By the time 3:00 rolled around, I was spent and didn’t want to teach on ratios, so I just had my fifth grader work on his Kumon drill book. Just ran out of steam..

I made a flying trip to a local department store to buy some clothing items we need for upcoming events. Found a lovely cashmere cardigan and navy turtleneck sweater. This was in between soccer, gymnastics, a trip to the library and grocery store. I honestly could have bathed myself in all of the yummy handbags and clothes in the department store. I just don’t get to shop very often (although my husband would differ).

Tonight, I’m falling asleep on the couch as I read about John Dewey. My book says he was the most influential man on the American education system. I’ll have to find another source that discusses his influence more in-depth. For now, I need sleep (1:00 a.m.).