Just writing this post to tell of my love for the book Large Family Logistics by Kim Brennamen. It is changing my life. I have been totally changing the way this house gets run. For starters i have started getting up early. this is probably basic for most people but it has always been a struggle for me. I am able to see my husband for a few minutes before he leaves for work, read my Bible, start laundry, and have breakfast on the table when everyone gets up. this saves me from a lot of whining. Then I have been trying to take on the "days" method, where you designate a day each week to focus on a certain area. for me it's Monday-garden, Tuesday-laundry, Wednesday-office, Thursday-town, Friday-kitchen, Saturday-cleaning, Sunday-sabbath. so far this is working swimmingly! also i have started a deep cleaning rotation schedule. this seems to be so much more manageable than the elusive "spring cleaning" that never gets done in my house. it feels so good to get organized. i still have a long way to go but it's a start.
Canning is in full swing! I've already filled all of my quarts and i haven't even done applesauce yet. not being pregnant or nursing makes such a difference in my productivity. i have no excuse now.
homeschooling is in full swing and everyone seems to be enjoying it. but i would love some ideas on how to get a certain young man a little more motivated. (or a lot more motivated)
My Judah will be turning 4 next week! so here is a pic of his adorable self
