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Restricted Screen Time Weekend

By Shannen Espelien Leave a Comment

The debate on whether limiting screen time (TV, movies, video games) is a good practice is discussed in a variety of circles. I do think some screen time needs to be restricted, but that’s just my opinion from personal experience. I’m no professional on the matter or anything. It has been a somewhat regular occurrence, about three […]

Filed Under: Homeschool Tagged With: Family, parenting, screen time

Husband Support in Homeschooling

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I’ve begun to notice that husband support in homeschooling is somewhat of a luxury. I suppose it was a little ignorant of me to think most people had a strong support system in their immediate family for their decision to homeschool, but time and experience has removed much of my ignorance. Alhamdulilah, my husband was […]

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Homeschooling with an Ex in the Picture

By Shannen Espelien 7 Comments

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If you’ve read my blog for a little while, or been on my Facebook page, you may have picked up that Hubby is Care Bear’s step dad. Homeschooling with nay sayers is hard, and I would argue that when those nay sayers are your ex and/or their family, it adds a level of difficulty. Add […]

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You Know You Live With A Toddler If…

By Shannen Espelien 1 Comment

Life with a toddler can be stressful, for sure. So often though, it is absolutely hilarious, or just so crazy you have to laugh your way through it. So, let’s share! You know you live with a toddler if… Hunting for used diapers becomes a regular activity Finding two matching toddler socks is a luxury, but […]

Filed Under: Homeschool Tagged With: Family, home, Life, lifestyle, motherhood, preschool, season of life, toddler

Third Trimester

By Shannen Espelien 2 Comments

Alhamdulilah, I’m heading into the home stretch with this pregnancy! As each day progresses, I think about how to balance our life that feels so scattered, and how to meet the needs of everyone in our family. In shaa Allah I’ll share our lessons as time goes on. One thing that keeps coming back to […]

Filed Under: Mama's Corner Tagged With: Family, home, islam, Life, mama time, motherhood, season of life, volunteering

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