Sabbath Hike with Friends What a beautiful day for a hike! Several families grabbed a quick lunch after church, then we hit the road! After a scenic drive along the French Broad River, we arrived at the entrance to Weaver’s Bend Road, a five-mile gravel road leading to the Chimney Rocks trail head. Empty About…
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I took a stroll down our country road. I found purple autumn all around!
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Scarlet Tanager fledglings! Our Sabbath Surprise This morning (now yesterday) dawned a bit cooler than previous mornings, and I skipped my usual Sabbath morning walk. I took my quiet time indoors, wondering where my husband had gone. Greg, my husband, came in and stuck his phone under my nose. Odd for him to do that, I…
Read moreFive Great Benefits of Nature Time
Why Should you Encourage more Nature Time in your Homeschool Routine? I love to wake in the morning to the song of the Wood Thrush! Happily, I get to rise hearing his beautiful melody every day! Although not a morning person, that song lures me out of bed to see if I can catch a…
Read moreLady’s Slipper Lane (with Free Printable)
Are there any Lady’s Slippers out there on our ridge? Let’s take a look!
Read moreMean Homeschool Mom takes a Nature Walk
Nature exploration can seem “uncool” at first, but stick with it! Nature walks hold treasures for all ages!
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