So I'm borrowing this time away from the 'things I should be doing that are of more importance' in lieu of writing instead. Aren't we so blessed.
So I has this really good blog post I've been working on in my head, but by the time I come to actually write it, those thoughts have done passed and no longer mean the same thing. What a pain it is to start anew each moment, sort of like nothing really ever gets finished...only restarted over and over. We are in that tunnel looking for the light at the end, but alas.....it's not a tunnel and the light is only the moon hanging high in the dark sky. We aren't moving at all....well, around and around perhaps, but not upward.
And what is this idea that we have to move upward anyhow? We could dig a hole and go downward....wouldn't that be just as amazing as forward or backward, or even inward, outward...upside down and inside out. Let us reckon with these directions.....if we only would just remember we are already everywhere. These signs wouldn't be so confusing.
So yeah, I wrote that 3 days ago and can't remember where I was going with it...what was that about losing track again...ugh.
Let's just do a quick yearly update and then go on to something more in depth introspective or something...
So it's been about a year now. This process of deschooling and unschooling. A big jump from homeschooling, or a tiny step, I guess it depends on which aspect you are referring to.
I can confirm that it is working much more smoothly than expected. And looking back on this journey, homeschooling is for those wishing to incorporate the worlds policies into their lives. The kids may not ever be taught long division, but they do know how to find the answer. They still could locate a country on the map if they needed to, and if they felt like it they could tell you the capitol and what it looks like there....because they know how google works. The girl has started her own business in craft making...set up her own etsy store...takes her own pics, uploads and edits them too....and has learned to use the paypal account and send invoices, as well as print shipping labels. Did I mention she also makes her own tags...
She can draw rather well....especially foxes and birds, since she spent her time researching and practicing...heck she still seems to research things....now if she could get to the point where she pays for all her supplies herself, this will be considered successful. Being 12...she reads more than me, on her own...she can spell better than most of us nowadays too. She knows more about birds than any of us...and probably foxes too. She has the ability to start on projects without delay.....ah, if only we all had that kind of drive....and time of course. Patient and kind when the mood strikes...blunt...honest...a bit harsh at times... Being twelve is awesome.
The boy...the boy....the boy can build anything with legos...though I do wish they weren't so costly. The boy knows everything about Assassin's Creed...and has researched what the new game is about even though he doesn't have it yet. He's planning. The boy recently made his own costume props to match.... oh, so he is crafty...when he chooses to be...though I've come to realize he's only chooses to be when he can't negotiate with me or sister to do it for him. He's going to make a great boss or company CEO oneday. This boy thinks not only outside the box...but crushes the box and makes someone else figure out how to make it better....his way. Like not a box at all, but a sphere...with points...that shoot throwing knives and is invisible.
The boy who is turning ten in a few weeks. Who wants a dagger (yes a real one) and roller skates....and the Assassin's Creed game he doesn't have....and more Ninjago legos.
can he read, of course...assuming he can't swindle you into reading it for him. Can he do math, of course...really well actually....long division...probably not on paper, but I would bet that he can do it in his head better than you can on paper....and anyway, he knows how to use a calculator. Spelling isn't his forte...but its getting better all the time....he hates writing....but this too will come to fruition when required. Patient and Kind.....all the time...and every kitty will find a safe place within his arms, unless the kitty is bigger than him, in which case he will sit down and let the kitty use him as a bed. Negotiable, so long as he gets the upper hand. He'd rather not draw straws, but talk you into doing it for him...because this other thing he needs to do is more important. Watch what you say...because he'll remember...even 5 years later...that you told him he could have this or do that...or something that you forgot about....luckily he doesn't lie...he doesn't have to. Because he remembers more than you and he'd get it regardless of your attempts to sway him. Watch what you say....the boy can hear through walls....or floors, or ceilings....or from 500ft away.....or he can read your mind...I haven't figured out his secret just yet.
We still do fun learning things....like science experiments, field trips, craft projects, random things we call 'classes', like photography class, or art class, or swimming class. And there's taekwondo....who still use the idea that school means something.....isn't learning supposed to mean something instead?
No they don't run wild...no they are not disrespectful, yes they clean up their messes...eventually. Yes they learn, yes they are awesome. Unschooling works, if you are willing to step out of the way.
Business is better than it was last month. Still too busy though. This issue needs fixed. I foresee another year too full of work unless something changes.
Renting out property sucks. Waiting to get other house rented or sold here soon....have to go up Saturday...may find a taker...but alas...this is tinged with a hint of dread....as first and foremost it is cold up there....
What else....we have a kitten that needs a home! We haven't really been able to find a name for him...nothing is sticking..ugh. Today is it Koda. He needs someone to love him and be patient with him, since he's a tad skittish, affectionate, aggressive...at different times of the day. He does like to be held...until he hates to be held. He uses the litterbox, but doesn't understand that he needs to bury his poop. He has gas sometimes, which stinks really bad....maybe he needs a special diet or type of food. Pretty blue eyes though, soft fur, and just had another flea treatment. Ready to go except for not being neutered yet (waiting on one of the boys to drop)
Income tax will be coming soon too, which is great, cause I would love to get this blasted truck paid off.
Camera may go in the shop soon too to get a free cleaning before my warranty expires. I'm going to be sad...and it better not take too long.
Need to go grocery shopping....but I guess I would need to sell something first! Come on people, pay for your order please.
Working on the last dress of a big order today....omg, no more discounts for multiple orders....maybe that needs to be part of my business 'change'
Other things in the mix still need resolutions...and praying this is the year they get found.
Taking the coming weekend off of sewing work....besides going up to the other house, going to do other things, like plan my new garden boxes, and start Book 3!!! and play some piano. :)
Might do that photoshoot I've been planning too....assuming I still have my camera.
oh...I gave hubby my birthday list...lol.... Fish eye lens, macro lens, infrared filter, wide angle lens, and a new camera bag. !!! Yay! So long as I get the fish eye and infrared I'll be happy! :) I'm going to go hunt for UFO's! YES they do exist! might not be actual aliens, but the anti-gravity crafts exist...because I've seen them...up close and personal...not cool...not cool. But yeah, I'm gonna look for them anyway...so when there's a bunch hovering over the city, we can plan a last minute camping trip :)
let's see....I had so much to say in the last week or so, but I'm not in a introspective mood.... :/ dang it...Bruce Lee was gonna be in it. and it was about going into management........oh oh oh...and I have an idea....but I need like $50k and a building to use. sigh.
anyway...blah blah blah....goodbye goldfish fritters, talk more later maybe....or something...
