The Confessional Post and a Guest

There are a few subjects I avoid when blogging. They include cooking, crafting and music. It's not that I can't cook, I just don't cook pretty foods or those blog worthy. Crafting hurts my brain, but I do admire the outcome. Last weekend my dear sister-in-law who attends a mega church told me I don't fit the mold of the homeschoolers she knows. I don't bake my own bread, if I did I would eat it in one sitting and have to create a weight loss blog., I don't have many kids, only 4, and they don't play multiple instruments. My idea of music education is using Zeezok study guides. When it comes to music, well, let's just say, I'm not qualified. So I'll leave that to the experts.

GUEST POST by Rebecca Fuller of LearnFluteOnline.com

A Little Creativity Matters

I have spent mountains of time teaching music to children of all ages.  I LOVE it.  But, let me tell you something I’ve noticed... I’m sure you’ll enjoy.

Although I have spent 25 years working with other people’s children, I have also home-taught my own children to high levels of proficiency in music.  They were even actually professionally performing from age 6.  All this aside... I want to share my secret-sauce with you.

Kids don’t like to be bored to death.  And, I don’t like to be bored either.  So, when it’s time to come up with a 20 minute practice session all centered around the b minor Suite, my creative juices start flowing like a river.

I use story-telling, imagery, and tangible fun to accomplish amazing feats of education in short bursts of time.  Kids eat it up - because it doesn’t last too long.  And, I, as the home-educator leave the session rejuvenated and full of peppy-zest.

 

Successful home-learning takes positivity and enthusiasm.  These are things I choose very carefully for my own children, as I’m sure you do as well.

I’ve taken my love for teaching online and am currently helping hone musical skills in all ages around the globe.

Care to join me?  I’d love to give you some secret flute-sauce.  :)

Rebecca Fuller

You can find Rebecca teaching online with passion and organized to the hilt at: http://LearnFluteOnline.com where she helps all ages hone their musical skill by using the beautiful instrument flute in a step-by-step, affordable, online approach.

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Give Away and Review: VeggieTales, The Little House That Stood DVD

 

There is a new VeggieTales that came out this week and because I am a cutting edge blogger, I am blessed, I was given a chance to share not only my thoughts, but those of my pre-K Sunday School class with you. This was perfect timing, we incorporated the movie into our lesson on building your house on the Rock. If you happen to be too old for my class, read on for your own chance to win the DVD.

 

My Thoughts:

 

VeggieTales continue to amaze me with their creativity by combining current culture, biblical truth and humor. ***Warning*** If you are too religious, you may not enjoy their spin on the Bible.  The godly values are there, but this in no way should be the only source of scripture for little ones. I always enjoy VeggieTales because not only are they entertaining, they carry a great message.

 

Their Thoughts:

 

Little Guy: I love the new Silly Song, Happy Tooth Day.

 

My Pre K Sunday School Class:

Gweneth "I loved Humpty Dumpty!"

Mercedes "I liked the three little pigs"

Marcella "I learned I can help my friends."

Aiden "Bob the builder was funny."

Caleb "My favorite part was Happy Tooth Day"

Brandon "Oh, Yeah, I loved the fake teeth song."

The great thing about this movie is it included coloring pages for the kids and a discussion guide, which is a valuable tool for reinforcing the lesson. After the movie and popcorn, our class made a terrific craft about a wise builder. It was one of our best classes.

 

 

 

 

Learn more about the movie here:

  Website: http://veggietales.com/littlehouse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/veggietales

Twitter: https://twitter.com/veggietales

 

To win your own copy of the DVD, you must leave a comment for each entry below. Just leave a comment and tell me that you did each little mission. Comments=Entries. I will randomly draw a winner on Thursday, March 14th. It takes a little work, but the more you work at it the more chances you have to win.

1. Tell me who in your family would enjoy this DVD the most, nicknames are o.k. with me.
2. Follow Accidentally Homeschooling or let me know that you already do.
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8. Visit http://veggietales.com/littlehouse/ and learn more about this cute movie.

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Winter Blues, Looking Forward and a Question

 

What's Happening?

 

It's been rather quiet here on my blog. I have missed writing, after a week of a long head cold, I have been home resting much more than I'd like to. Today, I finally caught up on the wash and vacuumed like crazy. Our new addition, has a way of making my vacuum neglect known to all. But I must admit the rugs looked great for about an hour.

 

While resting, I have had a chance to review a few movies. One that I highly recommend is not a new one, but a phenomenal classic that really encouraged me. I watched Flywheel, first the movie and then I watched it with the directors commentary. I was fascinated at how this movie was produced by amateurs on such a low budget. They offered so much insight into the making of the movie. If you can get a copy, please watch the directors cut and ask God to inspire you. 

 

In the next few weeks, I will be hosting not one, but two giveaways.  I'll keep you in suspense, but below is a hint of one of them. 

 

I have a question for my readers, if you were sick in bed with a killer cold and didn't feel like reading, do you a have a favorite movie? I tried some old sitcoms on you tube and I just feel like a square peg. They don't set with my spirit. I'd love to hear your favorites.

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Ben Carson, He Just Makes Sense

A while back, I reviewed a great movie, Gifted Hands the Ben Carson Story. Well, Ben Carson is in the news again, and he is really making sense. Here is his speech at the National Prayer Breakfast, if you haven't seen it yet, please do. He's an amazing man with a simple message. I hope to see Dr. Carson get more air time, he's offering real solutions.

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Marriage Monday: Committment

  I'm joining with Chrysalis for Marriage Monday. It's not because I am an expert, or because I have a perfect one. It's because I am still working at it. I've written before about it, not the juicy details, but a few things I have learned. Today's topic is Christian commitment. The Gman and I have lasted 21 years, only by the grace of God, I wasn't one to stick with anything or anyone for more than a few weeks...until I made the major commitment. the most important commitment, the one to live for Christ. My vow to Christ is the backbone of my commitment to the Gman.

I used to be a quitter. When things got difficult, I resorted to flight, rather than fight. The work that Christ has done in my life, gives me the strength to stay and fight. Fight with my hubby and fight for my marriage. It took a meeting with a stranger last month to show me how blessed I am.

 

Just why are we here today?

 

I quickly dropped the kids and rushed to the meeting. This could be a good showing. Ten days before Christmas, looking at a house on the lake means one thing. This couple could be a serious buyers.

Ten days before Christmas, was the day I married the Gman. Twenty-one years ago.

No comments about the home. He noticed the photo of the older couple. He tried to joke with me and tell me why the man passed away first........... So he could have some peace.

The joke fell flat.

"It's my anniversary" I told him.

"I'm hip to marriage, it's good. I've been married 21 years."

His face dropped in awe.

"Really? That's very rare."

He is a divorce attorney. In his words, he has seen all of the #*%^^ and excuses.

He got back to my marriage.

How many kids? Four

Are you happily married? Yes (the truth for that day)

He called me a rare breed. We discussed society, tragedy, commitment, and kids. Apparently the school shooter was devastated by his parent's divorce. His wife chimed in. They had 15 years under their belt. Their one child was putting them through the ringer.

I thought about his job. I thought about the demise of so many marriages lately. I can't imagine how he must feel in his profession of refereeing, fighting and calling the financial shots of the demise of a family.

He hugged me and told me I made his day.

After about a half hour showing, they never even commented on the home.

Dear Jesus:
I thank you for preserving and keeping my marriage. Forgive me for not acknowledging the miracle of my marriage. I thank you for the grace ,mercy, and love you have showered upon me and the Gman.

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